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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:26:22 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:26:49 GMT
Lingfield
Robin Goodfellow
11.40 Narjes
12.10 Summer Icon (nb)
12.40 Fire Orchid
1.10 Intern
1.45 Attain
2.15 Garth Rockett
2.50 Dutiful Son (nap)
3.20 Kaisan
Gimcrack
11.40 Mordin
12.10 Temeraire (nap)
12.40 Dashing Dusty
1.10 Intern (nb)
1.45 Attain
2.15 Garth Rockett
2.50 Dashing Poet
3.20 Strictly Art
Haydock
Robin Goodfellow
12.50 Thomas Patrick
1.20 Sainte Ladylime
1.55 Joke Dancer
2.25 Granville Island
3.00 Spider's Bite
3.30 Clan Legend
Gimcrack
12.50 Un Guet Apens
1.20 Buster Thomas
1.55 Shivermetimbers
2.25 Morney Wing
3.00 Ravensdale
3.30 Clan Legend
Newcastle
Robin Goodfellow
3.25 Zabeel Star
4.00 Papa Stour
4.30 Armed Response
5.00 Ruffina
5.30 Newmarket Warrior
6.00 Gun Case
6.30 Lotara
7.00 Dream Revival
Gimcrack
3.25 X Rated
4.00 Ideal Candy
4.30 I'm Yer Man
5.00 Ruffina
5.30 Enigmatic
6.00 Bobby Joe Leg
6.30 Ypres
7.00 Irish Sky
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:27:53 GMT
Lingfield Park, 05 Dec 17 Race 1 - 1:00pm THE CALL STAR SPORTS ON 08000 521 321 STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LEGEND OF FRANCE to be mounted on the chute.
Race 2 - 1:30pm THE starsportsbet.co.uk MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Following the race, Andrew Tinkler reported that ROSE OF CIMARRON (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly and the representative of Charlie Mann reported that GLORVINA (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the Soft, Good to Soft in places going would prefer a slower surface.
Race 3 - 2:00pm THE starspreads.com NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) The winner, CAP HORNER (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Chepstow on 22 November 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. Seamus Mullins’ explanation that the gelding jumped better on its second start over fences was noted. CAP HORNER (FR) was routine tested.
Race 4 - 2:30pm THE WEATHERBYS 'BIRDIE' CALENDAR 2018 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series) Tom Cannon, the rider of SEA WALL (FR), placed second, was suspended for 6 days for using his whip above the permitted level and without allowing the horse enough time to respond from the second last hurdle.
Joshua Moore, the rider of the winner, CLAYTON, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from the second last hurdle.
Following the race, Tom O'Brien reported that MASTER WORK (FR), placed fifth, stopped quickly. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 05 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:40pm THE BETWAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BERLUSCA (IRE) to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after leaving the stalls, when the winner, PINK RIBBON (IRE), ridden by Finley Marsh, had interfered with BOYCIE, unplaced, ridden by Rossa Ryan. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Marsh was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left-handed towards the rail when insufficiently clear of BOYCIE, causing Ryan to have to take a slight check.
Approaching the final furlong, JACK OF DIAMONDS (IRE), placed third, lugged slightly left-handed at the same time as TIGERWOLF (IRE), unplaced, hung right-handed, causing BOYCIE, unplaced, to be steadied when tightened for room, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of JACK OF DIAMONDS (IRE).
Following the race, Toby Eley reported that TIGERWOLF (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 2 - 1:10pm THE BETWAY DASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for OLD FASHIONED (CHI) and TILLY TROTTER (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, B. A. Curtis reported that FAST TRACK, placed second in a dead-heat, stumbled leaving the stalls. The Veterinary Officer reported that UPAVON, unplaced, bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 1:40pm THE 32Red CASINO FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV I) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after two instances of interference inside the final furlong when the winner, AMERICAN ENDEAVOUR (USA), ridden by Daniel Muscutt, interfered with LADY NOORAH, placed second, ridden by Jack Garritty. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incidents. In the first incident just inside the final furlong, the Stewards considered that the interference was accidental, in that AMERICAN ENDEAVOUR (USA) had shifted quickly right-handed before being corrected by Muscutt, hampering LADY NOORAH when giving it a light bump. In the second incident inside the final half furlong, they considered that AMERICAN ENDEAVOUR (USA) had hung right-handed and intimidated LADY NOORAH off her intended line for a short distance. The Stewards considered that the cumulative effect of the interference suffered by LADY NOORAH was less than the official margin of a neck, and therefore ordered the placings to remain unaltered. Muscutt was cautioned for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to hang right-handed into the whip without timely correction, thereby causing interference.
Following the race, William Cox reported that JUST RIGHT, unplaced, was slowly away and David Probert reported that SUN MAIDEN, placed fourth, raced greenly. The Veterinary Officer reported that FYXENNA, which was pulled up, returned lame behind.
Race 4 - 2:10pm THE 32Red CASINO FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV II) Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that LA MERNANCIA (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away and raced greenly throughout.
Race 5 - 2:40pm THE BETWAY STAYERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) GABRIAL’S STAR, unplaced, jumped left-handed leaving the stalls, causing FREDERIC, unplaced, to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The performance of STEAMING (IRE), which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Ralph Beckett could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of STEAMING (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, B. A. Curtis reported that SILVER LINK (IRE), unplaced, hung right-handed throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 3:10pm THE FOLLOW SUNBETS ON TWITTER CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Martin Dwyer reported that LATEST QUEST (IRE), unplaced, had no more to give and moved poorly in the home straight. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 3:40pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, David Probert reported that FLEETING GLIMPSE, unplaced, ran too free. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. Timmy Murphy reported that PEAK HILL, unplaced, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 8 - 4:10pm THE BET & WATCH AT sunbets.co.uk MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Timmy Murphy reported that MY BRUNETTE (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, was slowly away. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Southwell, 05 Dec 17 Race 2 - 12:50pm THE N&L FRANKLIN DEVELOPMENTS STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 3) EYESOPENWIDEAWAKE (IRE) wore earplugs.
Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Harry Bannister reported that EYESOPENWIDEAWAKE (IRE), placed fourth, ran flat.
Race 4 - 1:50pm THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Staying Hurdle Series Final) Permission was given for MON PALOIS (FR) to be mounted in the chute and it wore earplugs.
Race 5 - 2:20pm THE CHILLIPETALS FLORIST & COFFEE SHOP TUXFORD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) J. J. Burke reported that SCORPION PRINCESS (IRE), unplaced, jumped poorly and the Veterinary Officer reported that ROLLERBALL ROCCO (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 6 - 2:50pm THE SHAWTHING RACING PARTNERSHIP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SCARTARE (IRE) to go early to post.
Ciaran Gethings reported that BUSY BARO (IRE), which was pulled up, ran too free and the Veterinary Officer reported that SCARTARE (IRE), placed third, lost its right fore shoe.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:28:38 GMT
Danny Hiskett faces a spell on the sidelines after breaking his collarbone at Southwell.
Hiskett was riding Celestial Magic in the N&L Franklin Developments Novices' Limited Handicap Chase but fell at the first fence.
The 5lb claiming conditional was treated at the track before heading to hospital in Cheltenham.
"I've broken my collarbone. I don't know how long I'll be out for," he said.
"It depends if they have to operate or not. It's got metal in it so I imagine they would do."
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:29:23 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Ruffina (5.00 Newcastle, nap)
John Gosden is keen to support mile maidens at Newcastle and looks to have the perfect candidate in this daughter of Street Cry, who chased home the useful Espadrille at Kempton last time. The juvenile has since moved well on Warren Hill.
6/4 Ruffina 5:00 Newcastle (AW) Others to follow Lingfield 12.10 Clear Water, 1.45 Stand Guard, 2.15 Rockley Point, 2.50 Mansfield, 3.20 Strictly Art. Newcastle 4.00 Photonics, 5.30 Wicker, 6.00 Able Jack. Lambourn: James Burn
Canoodle (1.30 Ludlow, nap)
Hughie Morrison's jumpers often warrant respect and this capable mare, who should enjoy conditions, can go well from a mark of 113.
9/1 Canoodle 1:30 Ludlow Others to follow Haydock 12.50 Ceann Sibheal, 1.20 Buster Thomas, 2.25 Morney Wing, 3.00 Duke Debarry. Lingfield 11.40 Wannabe Like You, 12.10 Favourite Royal, 12.40 Dashing Dusty, 1.10 Toast Of New York, 1.45 Attain, 2.15 Garth Rockett. Newcastle 4.00 Carp Kid, 5.00 Astolat, 5.30 Enigmatic, 6.00 King Of Nepal, 6.30 Last Word. West Country: Tim Mitchell
Red Square Revival (1.00 Ludlow, nap)
Didn't look to get home last time at Leicester but, with this drop back in distance in his favour, he is fancied to add to his tally in an ordinary contest.
7/2 Red Square Revival 1:00 Ludlow Others to follow Haydock 1.20 Rolling Dylan, 1.55 Niblawi. Ludlow 2.05 According To Harry, 2.35 Mr Mix, 3.40 Spirit Of Mendip. North: Colin Russell
Sunbreak (4.00 Newcastle, nap)
Poor effort on turf on latest outing but is two from two on the all-weather and is fancied to bounce back.
9/1 Sunbreak 4:00 Newcastle (AW) Others to follow Haydock 12.50 Un Guet Apens, 1.55 Joke Dancer, 2.25 Sharney Sike, 3.00 Freddies Portrait, 3.30 One For Harry. Lingfield 2.15 Eddiebet. Newcastle 3.25 Royal Reserve, 4.30 Armed Response, 5.30 Rock Warbler, 6.00 Equiano Springs, 6.30 Lotara, 7.00 Excellent World. Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Pop Rockstar (12.50 Haydock, nap)
Still seeking a first win over hurdles, but shaped well behind a well-handicapped subsequent winner at Worcester last time and is open to improvement over this longer trip.
5/2 Pop Rockstar 12:50 Haydock Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Chicoria (12.50 Haydock)
Found one too good on his seasonal return at Ayr last month but is entitled to improve for the run and compensation looks on the cards.
8/1 Chicoria 12:50 Haydock Longshot: Ed Quigley
West Wizard (2.25 Haydock)
Inconsistent sort but has plenty of smart form on a similar surface and can go well off a mark of 122.
12/1 West Wizard 2:25 Haydock Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Mojambo (2.00 Dundalk)
The daughter of Zoffany produced her best effort on her most recent start when second over this course and mile trip 12 days ago. Raised 5lb for that effort, the Ger Lyons-trained filly can get off the mark under Colin Keane in the opening race on the card.
- Mojambo 2:00 Dundalk (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:29:51 GMT
Take note of Sea Story for Kim Bailey in the 3.40 at Ludlow. The trainer is five from five with his bumper debutants at the venue, so you can expect the four-year-old to go close.
Buster Thomas is very interesting for Emma Lavelle in the 1.20 at Haydock. The six-year-old can improve on his second start over fences at a venue where his in-form trainer is operating at a 31 per cent strike-rate.
Morney Wing makes appeal in the 2.25 at Haydock now tried in first-time blinkers for Charlie Mann. The trainer is two from four when applying the aid so the course winner looks set to go well now 6lb lower than for his last success.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 8:30:25 GMT
Wednesday: going, weather & non-runners Dundalk (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Showers Haydock GOING: HEAVY (Soft in places on Hurdle course) (GoingStick Chase 5.3, Hurdle 5.4) (Rail movements: R1 & 4 +25y, R2, 5 & 6 +18y, R3 +12y) WEATHER: Showers Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:10 Every Chance (2) 3:20 Top Diktat (8) Ludlow GOING: Hurdle course - GOOD TO SOFT; Chase course - GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 7.3) WEATHER: Scattered showers Newcastle (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 1m 4f - Farside; Remainder - Centre NON RUNNERS: 5:00 Dance Me (8) 5:30 Wicker (8) 6:30 Jessie Allan (9)Last Word (4)
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Post by dennisg on Dec 6, 2017 8:52:55 GMT
in today's sporting life............ Jamie Osborne is excited to see just how much ability Toast Of New York retains when he makes his first competitive appearance in over three years at Lingfield on Wednesday. The six-year-old has been on quite a journey during his relatively short racing career to date, progressing from successive wins at Wolverhampton to winning the 2014 UAE Derby at Meydan and finishing an agonisingly close second to Bayern in the Breeders' Cup Classic at Santa Anita that November. He was subsequently snapped up by Al Shaqab Racing ahead of an intended bid for Dubai World Cup glory, but a tendon injury forced his premature retirement. However, following a largely unsuccessful spell at stud, there were murmurings earlier this year that a remarkable racecourse return was under consideration and after several painstaking months, the big day has arrived as he faces four rivals in Lingfield's Betway Conditions Stakes. "We kept it quiet for a long time as when we started the process we really didn't know how far we'd get," said Osborne. "We've taken things very slowly, but he's had no soundness issues whatsoever and now it's time to find out where we stand. "We won't know all the answers until he runs, obviously, but the signs he's been showing us in the last month have been very good." Despite Toast Of New York's 1130-day absence, Osborne feels he is more than ready to recommence his racing career following a couple of recent racecourse gallops. "We took him to Kempton to work with Battalion about a month ago and that went well. We then took him to Lingfield to work with a 98-rated miler called Qassem who we got from Hugo Palmer and that went very well," the trainer added. "Jimmy McCarthy, who rode the horse every day has a two-year-old and three-year-old, has ridden him virtually every day this year and he strongly feels he retains his ability." Play Video UAE Derby 2014 G2 - Toast Of New York Toast Of New York will be partnered by Frankie Dettori for the first time and will also be fitted with a hood. Osborne said: "We felt towards the end of his three-year-old season he was starting to behave badly pre-race. He did it Santa Anita before he ran in the Breeders' Cup Classic and he was kind of the same when we took him to Kempton. He just gets himself in a bit of a tizz. "We tried him in the hood at Lingfield and he did seem to behave much better. There's not a lot of downside to it so we thought it was worth a go." While trying to contain his enthusiasm, the trainer admitted he has dreamt about seeing Toast Of New York compete at the top level again. He added: "We'll cross each hurdle as we come to it, but the dream scenario would be to go for the Pegasus World Cup (Gulfstream Park, January 27). Obviously that would be a huge ask, but as far as we're concerned the dream is still alive at the moment. "If that doesn't work out we might give him a mini campaign over here and then aim for the Dubai World Cup, or we might have to lower his sights. "I did shed a little tear when he left us. I thought I might never see him again. To have him back means a lot to the family and the yard and we're really looking forward to seeing him run." Toast Of New York faces three rivals rated in excess of 100 in Mr Scaramanga, Petite Jack and Intern, while Osborne also saddles the 86-rated Every Chance. "Clearly he is not good enough (to win), but it didn't look like there was a lot of pace in the race and he is capable of going a good gallop. There is also good place prize-money on offer," said the Lambourn-based trainer.
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Post by dennisg on Dec 6, 2017 8:54:26 GMT
Marsha became the highest-priced horse sold at a European auction when making six million guineas at Tattersalls December Mare Sale. The Prix de l'Abbaye and Nunthorpe winner, trained by Sir Mark Prescott, was bought by MV Magnier, son of Coolmore Stud's John Magnier, for a new partnership. Magnier had the final nod for the four-year-old after a head-to-battle with John Gosden, who was bidding for Godolphin. "She really is something special," said Magnier. "Sir Mark has done a great job with her, she was very fast and the lads were very keen to have her. She is the best sprinter of the year and she will go to Galileo." Tattersalls @tattersalls1766 The highest priced horse ever sold at a European auction. Dual Gr.1 winner Marsha sells for 6,000,000gns to MV Magnier and receives a rapturous applause. 6:11 PM - Dec 5, 2017 25 25 Replies 471 471 Retweets 682 682 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy For Dan Downie, racing manager of owners Elite Racing Club, it was the end of long day. He said: "I feel exhausted, but, no, it is exciting, and it is a wonderful for Elite. "We did have a price at which we would have taken her home, but we did think it was going to be unlikely. She has been wonderful and always takes everything in her stride. "The funds will help with ongoing and long-term running of the Club, but we will, of course, take a look at our nomination plans, in particular for Marsha's dam, Marlinka." Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife Four months on from this most dramatic of Nunthorpe wins, star filly Marsha is sold for a European auction record of 6 million guineas 😲💰 9:39 PM - Dec 5, 2017 Replies Retweets 3 3 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Godolphin managed to secure Grade One winner Zhukova for 3.7 million guineas. The Man O'War Stakes victor, who was trained in Ireland by Dermot Weld, was bought for Sheikh Mohammed's operation by Anthony Stroud. The underbidder was John O'Connor, of Ballylinch Stud. "She is a Grade One winner and out of a Group One winner," said Stroud. "She is a very nice filly and is logical fit for Dubawi." Tattersalls @tattersalls1766 The fireworks continue as Zhukova sells for 3,700,000gns to @godolphin from The Castlebridge Consignment. 7:08 PM - Dec 5, 2017 Replies 23 23 Retweets 46 46 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Tom Goff, of Blandford Bloodstock, went to 2.1 million guineas to buy Commonwealth Cup and Haydock Sprint Cup winner Quiet Reflection on behalf of MV Magnier. "She was a brilliant racehorse and wonderful three-year-old, she was very speedy and is very special," said Goff. "She was very well selected and trained by Karl Burke. "It is my assumption that she will not continue racing and is ready to become a mum."
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Post by dennisg on Dec 6, 2017 8:56:02 GMT
All-weather expert Jamie Maynard previews the pick of the action at Newcastle, where he has two selections. 3.25 preview Click here for racecard & free video form Royal Reserve for David O’Meara sets the standard with his form over this trip reading 1-5-2-1 and he was a good third last time over two miles behind the 108-rated Soldier In Action. He’s a consistent performer and although he continues to climb the weights he’s sure to be right there back down to the extended mile-and-a-half trip. Zabeel Star was beaten just over a length over 1m2f here last time but won over this sort of trip on Wolverhampton’s Tapeta from a 3lb lower mark in the spring. He has failed to place in seven starts at Gosforth Park to date so looks vulnerable for win purposes despite being suited by a return to this distance. The suggestion then is Lucy Wadham’s three-year-old, GALLIFREY. She was seen making her debut here around this time last year and finished a three-length second to none other than multiple Group One winner Enable, form which has looked stronger with every passing month. The daughter of Sir Percy also posted a couple of sound efforts over this distance in handicaps at Newmarket and Salisbury before finding a Listed event over a longer trip too hot to handle. A return to handicap company and drop in trip look sure to suit this filly and she’s more than capable of landing one of these off a mark of 82, particularly if first-time blinkers do the trick. 6.00 preview Click here for racecard & free video form A pretty competitive handicap being run over seven furlongs here with five course winners in the line-up of 14. Gun Case has good form over course and distance for Alistair Whillans and he posted a recent third off this mark over a longer trip. The drop back to his favoured distance will benefit but he’s the most exposed in this field and is still 4lb above his highest winning mark. Our Greta won over this trip at Yarmouth on his penultimate start, defying a big price in the process. He made an encouraging all-weather debut when a staying-on fifth over six furlongs so the step back up to seven should suit, but trainer form both at present and at the course would be a slight concern. By contrast, Tom Tate does well here and his Equiano Springs arrives having won two of his last three starts, the latest coming over track and trip and a 3lb rise isn’t too harsh so he could play a role. I’m taking a chance however on Ruth Carr’s unexposed three-year-old BOBBY JOE LEG. This chestnut gelding won on debut here a fortnight ago over six furlongs and the step up in trip is likely to suit. He’s open to improvement and is thrown straight into handicap company from what could be a very reasonable mark of 75. He came from last to first off a pretty decent pace on debut and looked to have more in hand than the winning margin suggests. This race looks likely to be run to suit and he's expected to go close.
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Post by dennisg on Dec 6, 2017 8:57:38 GMT
Toast Of New York returns to action on Wednesday but can be taken on, says Anita Chambers. She has a tip for every UK race. All eyes will be on Toast Of New York as he returns to the track in the Betway Conditions Stakes, but preference is for Intern in the Lingfield feature. Toast Of New York has been off the track since finishing a narrow second in the Breeders' Cup Classic at Santa Anita three years ago and obviously if he can reproduce anywhere near that level of form, he should win with ease here. However, it would be a stretch to imagine he can possibly come back at that kind of level, so it could pay to take him on with Intern, who will be making his debut for David Simcock. Previously trained by Ralph Beckett, Intern was last seen when well beaten in the King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot, racing far too freely that day and subsequently paying the price. He was previously beaten just a head in the Sandown Classic Trial while his five-and-three-quarter-length defeat behind Capri in August 2016 also reads particularly well now. David Simcock David Simcock: New trainer of Toast Of New York Now a gelding, Intern could find the challenge of all-weather action to his liking. Temeraire made an instant impact on her British bow at this track last month and can keep up the good work in the 32Red.com Fillies' Handicap. Placed in four of her five French starts for Alex Pantall, Temeraire was handed a new challenge by Hugo Palmer when dropped back to six furlongs from trips of up to 10 furlongs. She duly obliged in style, winning by four and a half lengths, and her rating of 76 gives Palmer plenty to work with as she switches back up to seven furlongs. Jamie Osborne may be out of luck with Toast Of New York at Lingfield, but Enigmatic can ensure the yard hits the Wednesday target in the Bet & Watch At sunbets.co.uk Handicap at Newcastle. Gelding this son of Elnadim appears to have done him the world of good as he has struck gold twice in as many starts since returning to action. Mr Mix can enhance his 50 per cent strike rate over fences with victory in the Rowles Fine Art Novices' Chase at Ludlow. Paul Nicholls' runner was a bit up and down over hurdles and has continued in that vein over fences, showing a likeable attitude to win on his debut before being soundly beaten at Chepstow. He bounced back at Wincanton but then found the challenge of the Badger Ales Trophy far too much last time, pulling up when it was clear he had no chance. This appears a more suitable test. Buster Thomas can step up on his debut effort over fences in Haydock's Liverpool University Thoroughbred Horseracing Industries MBA Novices' Chase. The six-year-old looks a horse of potential for Emma Lavelle and after winning one of his two hurdles starts last term, he shaped with promise on his first chasing outing last month. While he was well beaten in third behind Wotzizname at Exeter, he looked as though he badly needed the run and a spin over fences will also have helped to sharpen up his jumping. Sporting Life selections HAYDOCK: 12.50 Un Guet Apens, 1.20 Buster Thomas, 1.55 Shivermetimbers, 2.25 Morney Wing, 3.00 Ravensdale, 3.30 Clan Legend. DUNDALK: 2.00 Smiling Eliza, 2.30 Koybig, 3.00 Zippy, 3.35 Silk Cravat, 4.10 Clare Island, 4.45 Tower Bridge, 5.15 Easy Boy, 5.45 Trump Card. LINGFIELD: 11.40 Mordin, 12.10 TEMERAIRE (NAP), 12.40 Dashing Dusty, 1.10 Intern, 1.45 Attain, 2.15 Garth Rockett, 2.50 Dashing Poet, 3.20 Strictly Art. LUDLOW: 12.30 Iniesta, 1.00 Polo The Mumm, 1.30 Canoodle, 2.05 Audacious Plan, 2.35 Mr Mix, 3.10 Winido, 3.40 Sea Story. NEWCASTLE: 3.25 X Rated, 4.00 Ideal Candy, 4.30 I'm Yer Man, 5.00 Ruffina, 5.30 Enigmatic, 6.00 Bobby Joe Leg, 6.30 Ypres, 7.00 Irish Sky.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 18:38:02 GMT
Haydock Park, 06 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:50pm THE ANNUAL MEMBERS 'RECIPROCALS AT EVERY OTHER RACECOURSE' CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line involving the winner POP ROCKSTAR (IRE), ridden by Jonjo O’Neill and THOMAS PATRICK (IRE), placed second, ridden by Sean Houlihan. The Stewards considered that as the interference was between runners and had not improved the placing of POP ROCKSTAR (IRE), with the winning margin a short head, they ordered the placings to remain unaltered. The interference was found to be accidental as despite both riders’ best efforts, THOMAS PATRICK (IRE) was lugging right as POP ROCKSTAR (IRE) lugged left. Being claiming riders, O’Neill and Houlihan were offered accompaniment in the enquiry, but declined.
Jonjo O’Neill, the rider of the winner, POP ROCKSTAR (IRE), was suspended for 11 days for using his whip above the permitted level from after the last hurdle. Being a claiming rider, O’Neill was offered accompaniment in the enquiry, but declined.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that THOMAS PATRICK (IRE) had blood in its mouth and the representative of the trainer, Tom Lacey, reported that the gelding had bitten its tongue.
Race 2 - 1:20pm THE LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY THOROUGHBRED HORSERACING INDUSTRIES MBA NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that ROLLING DYLAN (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of ROLLING DYLAN (IRE), during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 2:25pm THE NORTHERN RACING CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SHARNEY SIKE, which was pulled up, was struck into on its right hind.
Race 5 - 3:00pm THE WATCH RACINGUK IN STUNNING HD NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) In the final furlong, DUKE DEBARRY (IRE), placed second, edged marginally right causing SPIDER’S BITE (IRE), placed third, to be slightly checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of DUKE DEBARRY (IRE).
Race 6 - 3:30pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON BT TV HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) QUIDS IN (IRE) wore earplugs throughout the race. View Stewards report Ludlow, 06 Dec 17 Fixture Note Race 5: The third last fence was by-passed due to it being damaged earlier in the day. Race 2 - 1:00pm THE PERROTT PROPERTIES NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for LEGAL OK (IRE) to wear a fly mask in the parade ring only and to go early to post.
The performance of LEGAL OK (IRE), which was pulled up, was considered. Ciaran Gethings reported that the gelding stopped quickly. Stuart Edmunds could offer no explanation for LEGAL OK (IRE)’s performance.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE ALFA AGGREGATES PRODUCTS MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) The Clerk of the Scales reported that Dave Crosse, the rider of CANOODLE, placed third, trained by Hughie Morrison, had weighed in at 10 st 3 lbs having weighed out at 10 st 1 lb. The rider, the trainer’s representative and the Clerk of the Scales were interviewed. Crosse was suspended for 3 days for weighing in at 2lb overweight, having had a drink of water after weighing out.
Race 4 - 2:05pm THE CORRIE CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Staying Chase Series Final) Permission was given for ABRACADABRA SIVOLA (FR) to go early to post.
On the run to the line the winner, AUDACIOUS PLAN (IRE), shifted quickly left-handed taking RELENTLESS DREAMER (IRE), placed second, marginally off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of AUDACIOUS PLAN (IRE).
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, AUDACIOUS PLAN (IRE) lost its right hind shoe and WICKED WILLY (IRE), placed fourth, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 6 - 3:10pm THE JENKINSONS CATERERS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Sean Houlihan, who was declared to ride MINELLA STYLE (IRE), failed to arrive in time to weigh out having not left sufficient time to travel from Haydock Park. Philip Hobbs, his employer, was fined £140 as he was responsible for the riding arrangements for his conditional jockey. Mitchell Bastyan was substituted.
James Bowen, who was declared to ride WINIDO failed to arrive in time to weigh out having not left sufficient time to travel from Haydock Park. Nicky Henderson, his employer, was fined £140 as he was responsible for the riding arrangements for his conditional jockey. James Bargary was substituted.
Race 7 - 3:40pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MARES' STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Mikey Hamill, the rider of SEA STORY, was unseated on passing the stands on the first circuit. The rider was interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. It was found that no other horse or rider was involved and was caused by the filly jinking badly right-handed.
Following the race Trevor Whelan reported hat GLOI, unplaced, was hampered by a faller on the flat after two furlongs. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 06 Dec 17 Race 1 - 11:40am THE PLAY SLOTS AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for DELIBERATOR to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Race 3 - 12:40pm THE 32Redpoker.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Ryan Powell, the rider of RAVEN’S GIRL, was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slow to start. Powell’s explanation that the filly was being unruly in the stalls and putting her head down, meaning he was unable to grasp the blindfold to remove it as quickly as he would have liked, was noted.
Race 4 - 1:10pm THE BETWAY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for TOAST OF NEW YORK (USA) to go early to post and be mounted on the course.
Following the race, Adam Kirby reported that MR SCARAMANGA, placed fourth, ran too free.
Race 5 - 1:45pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Martin Harley reported that KARAM ALBAARI (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run, and Josephine Gordon reported that WIDNES, unplaced, reared as the stalls opened and was slowly away. The Veterinary Officer reported that SILVER DIXIE (USA), which was pulled up, had bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 2:15pm THE PLAY JACKPOT GAMES AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Permission was given for GARTH ROCKETT to be mounted on the chute. ROCKLEY POINT wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 7 - 2:50pm THE PLAY JACKPOT GAMES AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) FULLON CLARETS, drawn 2, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 3 furlongs out, when PASSING STAR, unplaced, ridden by George Downing, interfered with SPIRITUAL STAR (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Charlie Bennett. Downing was cautioned for careless riding as he had manouevered his mount left-handed towards the rail, causing Bennett to have to take a precautionary check.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SPIRITUAL STAR (IRE), unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 8 - 3:20pm THE BETWAY STAYERS AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held into the running and riding of VICTOR’S BET (SPA), ridden by Miss Ella Smith and trained by Ralph Smith, which broke well and was settled at the rear, before becoming increasingly detached from the rest of the field. The gelding was then asked for an effort down the hill on the final circuit, before running on strongly to finish eighth, beaten by 14 ¾ lengths. The rider and the trainer were interviewed and shown recordings of the race; the Handicapper offered observations and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated her instructions were to drop VICTOR’S BET (SPA) in and settle him at the rear, as the gelding gets keen amongst other runners. She explained that VICTOR’S BET (SPA) had probably broken too well, and she had tried to settle the gelding at the rear of the field and switch him off. Miss Smith further explained that she felt she had sat too far off the rest field, and on reflection, she would have liked to have been closer. The trainer stated that the ride had not accorded with his instructions, as although the rider had dropped VICTOR’S BET (SPA) out as instructed, Miss Smith had sat too far off the pace and given the gelding too much to do in the final stages of the race. Miss Smith was suspended for 10 days for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures to ensure her horse was run on its merits. View Stewards report Newcastle, 06 Dec 17 Race 1 - 3:25pm THE BETWAY CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race; the representative of trainer David O'Meara reported that ROYAL RESERVE, unplaced, had a breathing problem. ROYAL RESERVE was ordered to be routine tested.
Race 2 - 4:00pm THE 32Red CASINO NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SIOUX FRONTIER (IRE) to go to post early. It was noted that SUNBREAK (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Approximately 1½ furlongs out, CARP KID (IRE), unplaced, shifted quickly right moving the winner, BOLD REASON (GER) off its intended line, which in turn gave a bump to SHARP REMINDER, placed third, and resulted in JO’S GIRL, unplaced, being checked slightly. However, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence.
Approximately 1 furlong out, FAR DAWN, placed fourth, clipped the heels of CARP KID (IRE), unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence.
An enquiry was held to consider interference ½ a furlong out when the winner BOLD REASON (GER), ridden by Robert Havlin, drifted right handed interfering with SHARP REMINDER, placed third, ridden by Phillip Makin, and BAJAN GOLD (IRE), placed second, ridden by Aaron Jones. Havlin was suspended for 2 days for careless riding in that he allowed his mount to drift right when not sufficiently clear of SHARP REMINDER and BAJAN GOLD (IRE).
Following the race Hollie Doyle reported that SQUIRRELHEED, unplaced, reared as the stalls opened and hung left throughout.
Race 3 - 4:30pm THE 32Red.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) GORSE (IRE) unseated its rider going on to the track and cantered loose for a short time. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Race 4 - 5:00pm THE 32Red.com MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race; Dougie Costello reported that CATCH THE TIDE (IRE), unplaced, ran green.
Race 5 - 5:30pm THE BET & WATCH AT sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Rachel Richardson the rider of OFF ART, was slow to remove the blindfold. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Richardson’s explanation that the blindfold became stuck and took two attempts to remove, was noted.
Robert Havlin reported that WILLIAM SAYLE, unplaced, hung left in the final furlong.
Race 6 - 6:00pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for EQUIANO SPRINGS to go to post early.
Following the race; Sean Mooney reported that TOMMY G, unplaced, reared as the stalls opened. Phil Dennis reported that MAJDOOL (IRE), unplaced, also reared as the stalls opened, losing all ground.
Race 7 - 6:30pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for GO CHARLIE to go to post early, and for LOTARA to be led early to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 6, 2017 18:40:07 GMT
Hayley Turner is to face a BHA inquiry next week after being charged with breaching rules that prohibit licensed professional jockeys from betting.
The pioneering jockey, who has made a successful comeback to race-riding after retiring a couple of years ago, and has established herself as part of ITV Racing's presenting team, is said to be "deeply embarrassed" by the matter.
Paul Struthers, chief executive of the Professional Jockeys Association, explained the circumstances in a statement issued on Wednesday.
He said: “Following her retirement from the saddle in November 2015, Hayley opened an online betting account in her name registered to her home address, the first ever betting account she had opened.
"Even though she was officially retired, Hayley subsequently took part in a number of one-off, invitational events and had some warm-up rides to prepare for them, and held a licence from the BHA enabling her to take part in those events. It was only this summer that Hayley decided to return to race-riding more fully in France.
“Even though Hayley no longer saw herself as a jockey, and placed no bets whilst actively riding, she did place bets whilst holding a licence, which technically placed her in breach of the rules of racing, something Hayley entirely accepts.
"There were a total of 164 such bets over a period of approximately 18 months, with a median average stake of £10 and a mean average stake of £18.62, which generated a total profit of £160."
Struthers added: “Hayley has co-operated fully with the BHA and has been transparent and honest throughout.
"The BHA has confirmed to Hayley’s representatives that beyond the rule breaches themselves, it has no further integrity concerns over the bets or Hayley herself. Hayley is absolutely devastated at her mistake and deeply embarrassed and sorry for it. Her hearing is scheduled for next Thursday, December 14.”
Neither Turner nor the BHA was prepared to comment.
The penalty range for a professional licensed jockey found in breach of the rule that covers placing a bet is three months to ten years. But these are guidelines only, and the independent disciplinary panel can impose penalties at their discretion – they do not have to impose a minimum of three months, rather it is just a starting point for their consideration.
Turner shared the champion apprentice title in 2005 with Saleem Golan and subsequently became the first female jockey to ride 100 winners in Britain, in 2008.
She won two midsummer Group 1 sprints in 2011, on Dream Ahead in the July Cup and Margot Did in the Nunthorpe, but announced her retirement at the age of 32 at the end of the turf season in 2015.
Since then she has built a media career, working first for At The Races, and then becoming part of the new ITV racing team that succeeded Channel 4 at the end of last year.
While on air Turner, along with colleagues including former top jockey Jason Weaver, has often referred to her winning and losing bets, underlining the seemingly unwitting nature of her rule breach. It is understood ITV is fully supportive of Turner and that Wednesday's news will not affect its relationship with her.
Last year Turner was called up for the all-female team in the Shergar Cup, riding Early Morning to win the Shergar Cup Mile and having a handful of rides in other professional races in warming up for the Ascot event.
After describing that as a one-off, she was back race-riding this year, linking up with Michael Bell, who she has been riding out for along with James Fanshawe in Newmarket, as well as riding in the Shergar Cup again.
She also hit the headlines when putting her experience to good use in the pro-am silk series for female riders, and more recently has been making the most of the 2kg allowance for women jockeys in France brought in this year, establishing herself there over the last few months.
And only last weekend Turner became the first woman to win a professional race open to male and female riders in Mauritius in its 205-year racing history.
While awaiting next week's hearing she can continue to ride, including in France, should she choose to do so.
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Post by dennisg on Dec 7, 2017 7:41:56 GMT
in today's sporting life.............. Hayley Turner has expressed her regret after a "mistake" concerning the opening an internet betting account left her facing a British Horseracing Authority disciplinary panel hearing on December 14. Britain's most successful woman jockey officially retired from the saddle at the end of the 2015 turf season and after initially establishing a media career with At The Races and ITV Racing, Turner recently opted to return to race riding in France. However, Turner's decision to open an online account following her initial retirement prompted a BHA inquiry as she technically still held a licence, leaving the rider in breach of the Rule and "deeply embarrassed" by the situation. Paul Struthers, chief executive of the Professional Jockeys Association, said in a statement: "Following her retirement from the saddle in November 2015, Hayley opened an online betting account in her name registered to her home address, the first ever betting account she had opened. "Even though she was officially retired, Hayley subsequently took part in a number of one-off, invitational events and had some warm-up rides to prepare for them, and held a licence from the BHA enabling her to take part in those events. "It was only this summer that Hayley decided to return to race riding more fully in France. "Even though Hayley no longer saw herself as a jockey, and placed no bets whilst actively riding, she did place bets whilst holding a licence which technically placed her in breach of the Rules of Racing, something Hayley entirely accepts. "There were a total of 164 such bets over a period of approximately 18 months, with a median average stake of £10 and a mean average stake of £18.62, which generated a total profit of £160. "Hayley has co-operated fully with the BHA and has been transparent and honest throughout. The BHA has confirmed to Hayley's representatives that beyond the Rule breaches themselves, it has no further integrity concerns over the bets or Hayley herself. "Hayley is absolutely devastated at her mistake and deeply embarrassed and sorry for it. Her hearing is scheduled for next Thursday, December 14." Joint champion apprentice in 2005, Turner was the first woman to ride 100 winners in a year and is a three-time winner at the top level. In line with BHA policy, racing's rulers offered no further comment.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 7:42:31 GMT
Thursday: going, weather & non-runners Chelmsford (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Rain STALLS: 6f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 9:00 Silver Springs (7) Clonmel GOING: SOFT (Soft to heavy in places) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Leicester GOING: Hurdle course - SOFT (Good to soft in places); Chase course - GOOD (Good to firm in places; Soft on the Flat course crossings) (GoingStick: Hdl 6.1, Chs 7.6) WEATHER: Rain Market Rasen GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Rail movements: R1, 2 & 7 +150y, R3, 4, 5 & 6 +204y) WEATHER: Rain NON RUNNERS: 12:20 Sommervieu (4) Wincanton GOING: SOFT (GoingStick: Hdl 5.9, Chs 6.2) (Hurdle on stables bend will be omitted) (Rail movements; R1 & 2 +48y, R3, 4 & 7 +32y, R5 +36y, R6 +24y) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 2:40 How's Vienna (8)
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 7:43:06 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Bowerman (7.00 Chelmsford, nap)
Roger Varian's colt has had a break since his convincing win in a maiden at Kempton in April but could be well treated off a mark of 87. The three-year-old is fit from recent work on the Cambridge Road Polytrack.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.25 Mother Of Dragons, 5.55 Red Cymbal, 6.30 Curious Fox, 7.30 Glenn Coco, 8.00 Love Me Again, 8.30 Victoriously.
10/11 Bowerman 7:00 Chelmsford (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Chevallier (7.00 Chelmsford, nap)
Archie Watson's first full season with a licence continues to go well and this gelding ran encouragingly on his comeback recently when it looked like returning to a mile would suit.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.25 Cardaw Lily, 5.55 Arden Pearl, 6.30 Born To Finish, 7.30 Pass The Cristal, 8.00 Ceyhan. Leicester 12.40 Brianstorm, 2.15 Versifier. Market Rasen: 12.20 Special Relation, 12.50 Sunshade 2.25 Christmas In April. Wincanton: 1.00 Petticoat Tails.
9/1 Chevallier 7:00 Chelmsford (AW) West Country: Tim Mitchell
Drinks Interval (12.30 Wincanton, nap)
Faced a very stiff task trying to give weight to some useful mares at Newbury in November but put up a respectable effort nonetheless. Fancied to regain the winning thread back in calmer waters with top claimer in the saddle.
Others to follow Leicester: 2.15 Daytime Ahead. Market Rasen: 12.20 Crucial Moment, 1.55 Solighoster. Wincanton: 1.00 Midnight Tune, 1.35 Daklondike, 2.05 Coeur Blimey, 2.40 How's My Friend, 3.15 Bredon Hill Lad, 3.50 Acey Milan.
7/4 Drinks Interval 12:30 Wincanton North: Richard Young
Hediddodinthe (8.30 Chelmsford, nap)
Scopey sort who turned in best effort when second (clear of rest) to subsequent winner over this course and distance last time. Open to plenty of improvement and has a big chance in an ordinary event.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.25 Magic Pulse, 6.30 Monte Cinq, 7.00 Holiday Magic, 7.30 Fire Diamond, 8.00 Chaucer's Tale. Leicester: 1.10 Minstrel Royal, 1.45 Thankyou Very Much, 2.15 Dark Sunset. Market Rasen: 12.20 Tristram, 12.50 Absolutely Dylan, 1.20 Iskabeg Lane, 2.25 Kiwayu Wincanton: 3.15 Bollin Line.
5/4 Hediddodinthe 8:30 Chelmsford (AW) Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Triopas (3.00 Market Rasen, nap)
Shaped like an improved performer when winning easily at Chepstow last month and may have found the ground a shade lively when beaten at odd-on the following week.
5/2 Triopas 3:00 Market Rasen Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Lettheriverrundry (2.25 Market Rasen)
Made an encouraging return to hurdles when runner up at Fontwell last month and Brendan Powell's course winner can end his lean spell.
5/1 Lettheriverrundry 2:25 Market Rasen Longshot: Ed Quigley
Karl Marx (3.25 Leicester)
An inconsistent sort, but the ground will suit, and off a mark of 77 he is capable of getting involved.
33/1 Karl Marx 3:25 Leicester Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Mighty Stowaway (3.45 Clonmel)
Runner up on four of his five previous starts over hurdles, the Shark Hanlon-trained six-year-old can get off the mark in today’s 2m3f amateur riders maiden. He was well clear of the remainder when second to Dom Dolo over a longer trip at Punchestown 18 days ago, and he gets the vote to score under Katie Walsh.
3/1 Mighty Stowaway 3:45 Clonmel Members can read the latest exclusive tipping content such as Pricewise and Paul Kealy from 8pm daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 7:43:45 GMT
Ivan Furtado is very much prominent on the Hot Trainers list, and he has just one runner today in Huddersfilly Town, who runs in the 8.00 at Chelmsford. She was a cosy winner over course and distance three weeks ago and can defy her 6lb rise here.
This is a very good time of year for Ben Pauling, who has a 25 per cent strike-rate with his runners two weeks either side of today’s date for the past five seasons. He sends one horse to Leicester – Alpine Secret in the 1.45.
When David Bass rides for Kim Bailey at Wincanton it’s worth taking note. They have a 45 per cent strike-rate when combining at the course. They do so with Carqalin (2.40), who should strip fitter for a recent outing at Lingfield.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 7:44:37 GMT
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Post by dennisg on Dec 7, 2017 7:44:55 GMT
Anita Chambers has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland on Thursday and she fancies Nicky Henderson's Sunshade at Market Rasen. Sunshade looks a horse to follow as she lines up in the Ashes Betting At 188Bet Novices' Hurdle at Market Rasen. The four-year-old, who is owned by the Queen, has won each of her two starts to date in fine style, claiming a bumper by six lengths at Fakenham back in April while she triumphed by the same distance on her hurdles bow last month. That Ludlow success looked very decent, taking it up at the last before galloping on well to the line to win a shade cosily with a couple of good yardsticks in behind. Nicky Henderson will surely be aiming to step up in grade if Sunshade can maintain her unbeaten record here. Pink Gin has been the subject of some promising gallops reports and should be followed in the Weatherbys General Stud Book Online Silver Buck Handicap Chase. Beaten five lengths on his return at Ffos Las last month, Pink Gin should come on for the outing and remains unexposed. Alpine Secret let down favourite backers last time out but should be given another chance in the Bradgate Park Handicap Chase at Leicester. He ran into a game rival at Bangor back in October and had to settle for second, but he remains on a handy mark for this. Sibilance has so far saved her best efforts for all-weather surfaces and she can make the most of a return to the Polytrack in the Bet toteexacta At betfred.com Handicap at Chelmsford. Ralph Beckett's charge has won each of her two starts on the artificial tracks so far and the trainer was clearly suitably impressed as he quickly ratcheted up to Listed level as she made her turf debut. Her initial effort at York was decent as she finished third, but subsequent dates at Royal Ascot and in Group Three company at Doncaster's St Leger meeting yielded little joy and sights have been lowered again now. Sibilance shaped with promise on her return to handicap level at Ascot, finishing third but perhaps just lacking a touch of pace on easy conditions that day. The handicapper has actually dropped her 2lb for that run and that could prove a handy little pull in this event. Fire Diamond is on a roll and can bring up his hat-trick in the Bet totetrifecta At betfred.com Handicap. He has probably only won two average Wolverhampton heats for Tom Dascombe, but he is at least going the right way and has not been too heavily penalised. He will have to post a career-best effort to win again here, but it often pays to follow horses in form through the winter. Sporting Life Suggestions CHELMSFORD: 5.25 Magic Pulse, 5.55 Mushtaq, 6.25 Born To Finish, 7.00 SIBILANCE (NAP), 7.30 Fire Diamond, 8.00 Venetian Proposal, 8.30 Captain Peaky, 9.00 Silver Penny. CLONMEL: 12.25 Rathcannon, 12.55 Bay Hill, 1.30 Coquin Mans, 2.00 Alices Man, 2.35 Monbeg Chit Chat, 3.10 Who's Cross, 3.45 Mighty Stowaway. LEICESTER: 12.40 Brianstorm, 1.10 Serenity Now, 1.45 Alpine Secret, 2.15 Daytime Ahead, 2.50 Limoncello, 3.25 Cougar Kid. MARKET RASEN: 12.20 Special Relation, 12.50 Sunshade, 1.20 Iona Days, 1.55 Solighoster, 2.25 Aviator, 3.00 Wells Gold, 3.30 Roxyfet. WINCANTON: 12.30 Speedalong, 1.00 Petticoat Tails, 1.35 Pink Gin, 2.05 Coeur Blimey, 2.40 Snowball, 3.15 Bollin Line, 3.50 Acey Milan. DOUBLE: Sibliance and Ami Desbois.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 7:45:06 GMT
Leicester
Robin Goodfellow
12.40 Arthington
1.10 Cliffside Park
1.45 Thankyou Very Much
2.15 Lagavara
2.50 More Than Luck
3.25 Cougar Kid (nap)
Gimcrack
12.40 Brianstorm
1.10 Serenity Now
1.45 Alpine Secret
2.15 Daytime Ahead
2.50 Limoncello
3.25 Cougar Kid
Market Rasen
Robin Goodfellow
12.20 Crucial Moment
12.50 Sunshade
1.20 Elkstone
1.55 Barney Dwan
2.25 Stick To The Plan
3.00 American Life
3.30 Roxyfet
Gimcrack
12.20 Special Relation
12.50 Sunshade (nb)
1.20 Iona Days
1.55 Solighoster
2.25 Aviator
3.00 Wells Gold
3.30 Roxyfet
Wincanton
Robin Goodfellow
12.30 Drinks Interval
1.00 Petticoat Tails
1.35 Jennys Surprise
2.05 Capeland
2.40 Leith Hill Legasi
3.15 Bredon Hill Lad
3.50 Acey Milan
Gimcrack
12.30 Speedalong
1.00 Petticoat Tails
1.35 Pink Gin
2.05 Coeur Blimey
2.40 Snowball
3.15 Bollin Line
3.50 Acey Milan
Chelmsford City
Robin Goodfellow
5.25 Alaskan Bay
5.55 Red Cymbal
6.30 Born To Finish
7.00 Bowerman
7.30 Fire Diamond
8.00 Chaucer’s Tale (nb)
8.30 Hediddodinthe
9.00 Silver Penny
Gimcrack
5.25 Magic Pulse
5.55 Mushtaq
6.30 Born To Finish
7.00 Sibilance (nap)
7.30 Fire Diamond
8.00 Venetian Proposal
8.30 Captain Peaky
9.00 Silver Penny
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Post by dennisg on Dec 7, 2017 7:47:02 GMT
Dave Ord had a 5/1 winner on Wednesday and he's backing one of Paul Nicholls' at Wincanton in a bid to follow up on Thursday. Recommended bet: Sporting Life's Daily Nap, December 7 Paul Nicholls can strike another winner at one of his local tracks when Capeland drops back to the minimum trip for the Weatherbys Racing Bank Handicap Hurdle. The freegoing five-year-old has been in good form this autumn, finishing second on his reappearance at Stratford and fourth at Sandown last time. On that occasion he made smooth headway and looked set to play a leading role in the finish until the tank began to empty between the final two flights. This test will play to his strengths and he remains capable of better over timber. The excellent Byrony Frost takes five pounds off. That will be useful in against bottom weight Global Thrill who arrives here on a roll but there’s more to come from Capeland back at this trip and he can regain the winning thread here. Daily Nap record: +10.06pts
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Post by dennisg on Dec 7, 2017 7:48:45 GMT
Toast Of New York made a triumphant return to action in the Betway Conditions Stakes at Lingfield. Jamie Osborne's six-year-old entire had not been seen since being agonisingly beaten by a nose in the Breeders' Cup Classic of 2014, an absence of 1,130 days during which time he had a spell at stud in Qatar. Sent off at 2-1, despite having plenty in hand on the official figures, he was ridden for the first time in a race by Frankie Dettori and took up the running before the turn into the straight, showing the right sort of attitude close home to hold off Petite Jack. Toast Of New York was initially retired following a tendon injury when being prepared for the Dubai World Cup of 2015. Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife Great to see Toast Of New York making a triumphant return to action at Lingfield...after an absence of 1,130 days 👏 3:42 PM - Dec 6, 2017 Replies 13 13 Retweets 32 32 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Dettori told At The Races: "Jamie has done a great job to get him in this shape first time out. "He still feels a little rusty, but after three years off I can't emphasise enough how brilliant everyone has been to get him back. "He's only 70 per cent at the moment, but he still won. That's a step forward and should improve him a lot. "After three years that was a great effort." Wearing a hood for the first time, Toast Of New York threw Dettori off on the way to the start. Thankfully the stalls were not far from the chute and he was able to be walked to the start, with Dettori jogging alongside. Aways prominent in the race itself, Dettori had enough confidence to kick on some way out and it is a credit to Osborne and his team he was fit enough to win after such a lay-off. Although he did have upwards of 20lb in hand on his best form, his rivals were all rated over 100, adding extra merit to the performance. Toast Of New York was bought by Al Shaqab Racing after his near-miss at the Breeders' Cup and their racing manager Harry Herbert said: "I think everyone involved is relieved to see him not just win, but be back on a racecourse again. "This is a phenomenal performance from Jamie and Jimmy (McCarthy, assistant) who has ridden him in all his work. "It's been a patient journey but so exciting and I've been excited to see a bit of the build up. The trainer's expectations were pretty high, he liked what he'd seen and felt the flame burned bright still." He added: "He's still an entire and covered 15 or so mares in Doha and got 10 in foal. There just wasn't the support for him as a sire. "Our vet told us his tendon injury wasn't that bad, but it's not very often you see a horse his age still an entire and coming back to racing. "Frankie said he felt big and burly and I loved the way he got him balanced, but I take my hat off to Jamie, it's wonderful to see. It's a fairytale. "We'll have to see what the next stage is, to launch him back into the Pegasus (World Cup Invitational Stakes at Gulfstream Park in January) will be considered, obviously we don't have a slot but they usually become available. "Good Friday (All-Weather Championship Finals Day), it's all possible, the (Dubai) World Cup must be an obvious target, he was bought to do that it's just taken a while to get there."
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 18:54:20 GMT
Leicester, 07 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:40pm THE KNIGHTON NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) The performance of DOCTOR HAZE, which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Mikey Hamill reported that the gelding was never travelling, and the representative of Kim Bailey could offer no further explanation for DOCTOR HAZE’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing revealed it to be displaying a poor recovery rate.
Following the race, Robert Dunne reported that SILK RUN (IRE), unplaced, jumped poorly in the early stages and the Veterinary Officer reported that RADICAL ARCHIE, which was pulled up, bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 1:10pm THE BARKBY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that PRINCE KUP (IRE), unplaced, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 3 - 1:45pm THE BRADGATE PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for DEISE VU (IRE) to go early to post.
The performance of THANKYOU VERY MUCH, unplaced, was considered. The representative of James Bethell explained that the mare was unsuited by a first-time hood. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of THANKYOU VERY MUCH during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Trevor Whelan reported that DEISE VU (IRE), which was pulled up, jumped left throughout. View Stewards report Wincanton, 07 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:30pm THE JOCKEY CLUB 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, SHADOW'S BOY, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 1:00pm THE JOCKEY CLUB CATERING MARES' MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that PETTICOAT TAILS, placed third, had lost its right fore shoe and Daniel Sansom reported that WESTERBERRY (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling.
Race 4 - 2:05pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider why Bernard Llewellyn was running GLOBAL THRILL here at Wincanton on going described as soft, heavy in places, having declared the gelding a non-runner at Ffos Las on 12 November 2017 on ground with the same official description. The trainer’s representative stated that he felt the going here would be less demanding than at Ffos Las even though the official description was the same. He also stated that GLOBAL THRILL would be going up 4 lbs in the handicap tomorrow so he felt the gelding ought to take its chance. His explanation was noted. View Stewards report Market Rasen, 07 Dec 17 Race 2 - 12:50pm THE ASHES BETTING AT 188BET NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for ABSOLUTELY DYLAN (IRE) to be mounted in the pre-parade ring.
Race 3 - 1:20pm THE MERSEYSIDE DERBY BETTING AT 188BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MR JIM to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
Alan Johns, the rider of LICKPENNY LARRY was unseated on the stands bend into the back straight. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no other horse or rider was involved and caused by LICKPENNY LARRY ducking out at the C marker and unseating Johns.
The winner, ISKABEG LANE (IRE), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Hexham on 10 November 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. Sue Smith’s representative’s explanation that the gelding had jumped better on this occasion, preferred the Good to Soft ground and was suited by a drop in trip was noted. ISKABEG LANE (IRE) was routine tested.
The performance of ELKSTONE which started favourite and finished fourth, was considered. Sean Bowen reported that ELKSTONE hung badly right turning in and Caroline Bailey’s explanation that the gelding was unsuited by the Good to Soft, Soft in Places ground, which in her opinion was tacky, was noted.
An enquiry was held into the running and riding of THE SOCIETY MAN (IRE), ridden by Miss Becky Smith and trained by Michael Chapman, which tracked the leaders then lost its handy position at the end of the back straight, before being asked for an effort after the final fence to finish third, beaten by 7 lengths. The rider and the trainer were interviewed and shown recordings of the race; the Handicapper offered observations and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of THE SOCIETY MAN (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities. Miss Smith stated that her instructions were to jump off sitting with a bit of cover as the ground would be against the gelding and therefore to keep hold of his head and ride the best race she could. The rider further added that leaving the back straight, she felt THE SOCIETY MAN (IRE) was flat out and had she asked for an effort any earlier, the gelding would not have seen out the race as he did and therefore felt she had achieved the best possible placing. The trainer stated that the ride had accorded with instructions and was satisfied with the ride given and further added that the gelding was suited by a slow early pace, contrary to their expectations of a stronger gallop. Their explanations were noted.
Race 5 - 2:25pm THE READ NOEL FEHILY AT 188BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Mike Sowersby reported that KIWAYU, which was pulled up, had a breathing problem.
Race 6 - 3:00pm THE FREE SPINS AT 188BET CASINO HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The performance of WELLS GOLD (IRE) which was pulled up, was considered. Fergal O’Brien could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance, other than WELLS GOLD (IRE) was possibly unsuited by the Good to Soft, Soft in Places going, preferring a faster surface, and Alain Cawley reported that the gelding was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of WELLS GOLD (IRE), during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Miss Becky Smith reported that EXIT TO FREEDOM, which was pulled up, lost its action on the bottom bend. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of EXIT TO FREEDOM failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 7 - 3:30pm THE JUMP TO IT AND JOIN RACINGUK CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for DRUID’S DIAMOND to be mounted on the course.
An enquiry was held to consider interference in the back straight when PIXIEPOT, placed second, ridden by Ross Chapman interfered with MINELLA FIVEO (IRE), ridden by Sam Coltherd. The interference was found to be accidental as PIXIEPOT had moved marginally left off its intended line, causing MINELLA FIVEO (IRE) to clip heels and fall. View Stewards report Chelmsford City, 07 Dec 17 Race 1 - 5:25pm THE BET toteplacepot AT betfred.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Dougie Costello reported that MAGIC PULSE (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away. Finley Marsh, reported that CARDAW LILY (IRE), unplaced, hung right on the bend. The Veterinary Officer reported that the filly had lost its left hind shoe.
Race 2 - 5:55pm THE BET toteJACKPOT AT betfred.com EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) Permission was given for ARDEN PEARL (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race Daniel Muscutt reported that SIR HECTOR (IRE), unplaced, ran green on the bend.
Race 3 - 6:30pm THE BET totequadpot AT betfred.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for WHIRL ME ROUND to go early to post. WHIRL ME ROUND wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 7 - 8:30pm THE BET toteWIN AT betfred.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for WOOTYHOOT (FR) to wear a hood in the parade ring
Race 8 - 9:00pm THE GO HOMES LAND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 7) Permission was given for SPITFIRE LIMITED to go early to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 18:55:22 GMT
Sunday's meeting at Huntingdon will have to pass a precautionary inspection at 7am on raceday.
Clerk of the course Jack Pryor reports the ground to be perfectly raceable at present and the track will be covered on Thursday in preparation for a forecast drop in temperatures over the coming days.
Pryor said: "We are currently raceable and the course is in great nick, but we are forecast two back-to-back frosts."
He went on: "I'm confident we would race on Saturday, but with two successive frosts, there is just an element of risk there and we wanted to make people aware.
"The ground temperature is about 6.5C so there is some way to drop yet and we will be covering the racing lines with fleece today."
The Grade Two Betfred Peterborough Chase is set to be the highlight of Sunday's card.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 7, 2017 18:56:52 GMT
Aintree has covered over the most vulnerable areas of the course as Saturday's Becher Chase meeting came under threat from a winter blast that could bring possible sleet or snow.
Clerk of the course Andrew Tulloch said the forecast had altered slightly on Thursday but it remained a source of concern.
With the going on the Grand National and hurdles tracks heavy, soft in places, and soft, heavy in places on the Mildmay course, Tulloch said: "There was talk of snow tomorrow but now they are saying it's more likely going to be rain, although it's still on the cusp
The forecast is a bit touch and go, with almost anything possible, and it could swing either way, but we've got the vulnerable areas covered and we are on fresh ground obviously on the Grand National course and we've moved the running rail out on the other tracks as much as we can. We'll keep an eye on it and give it every opportunity."
Owing to the going Gas Line Boy, who had been an 8-1 chance for the Randox Health Becher Chase, was rerouted to the 188Bet Grand Sefton Handicap Chase on the same card leaving Blaklion heading 16 runners.
Due to falling temperatures a 7am inspection will be held before Friday's meeting at Sedgefield can go ahead and Sunday's card at Huntingdon will be the subject of a 7am inspection on the day of racing due to forecast frost.
Clerk of the course Jack Pryor said: "We are forecast back to back nights of quite sharp frosts. The inspection is purely precautionary. The track is raceable and I am still pretty confident it will go ahead."
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 8, 2017 9:12:46 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 8, 2017 9:13:51 GMT
Sandown
Robin Goodfellow
12.50 Pickamix
1.25 Night Of Glory
1.55 Lithic
2.30 On The Blind Side (nap)
3.05 Beggar’s Wishes
3.35 Phoenix Dawn
Gimcrack
12.50 Shanroe Santos
1.25 Night Of Glory
1.55 Darebin
2.30 White Moon (nb)
3.05 Red Devil Star
3.35 Windspiel
Sedgefield
Robin Goodfellow
12.10 Midnight Walk
12.40 Charmant
1.15 Inniscastle Lad
1.45 Pinch Of Ginger
2.20 Mac Cennetig
2.55 Contented
3.25 Theatre Legend
Gimcrack
12.10 Lochnell
12.40 Kitty Power
1.15 Baracalu
1.45 Pinch Of Ginger
2.20 Cape Of Glory
2.55 Contented
3.25 Lucky Lucarno
Exeter
Robin Goodfellow
12.30 Timely Gift
1.00 Ataguiseamix
1.35 Flemcara
2.05 Calipto
2.40 Modus
3.15 You Say What
3.45 Caribert
Gimcrack
12.30 Timely Gift
1.00 Jaisalmer
1.35 Flemcara
2.05 Flaming Charmer
2.40 Modus
3.15 Another Venture
3.45 Snuff Box
Chelmsford City
Robin Goodfellow
5.45 Dundunah
6.15 Court House
6.45 Pearl Nation
7.15 Karijini
7.45 Peace And Plenty
8.15 Big Bad Lol (nb)
8.45 Loveatfirstsight
Gimcrack
5.45 Swendab
6.15 Suprematism
6.45 Pearl Nation
7.15 Dirayah
7.45 Ourmullion (nap)
8.15 Dor’s Law
8.45 Queens Royale
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 8, 2017 9:17:22 GMT
Ed Walker has his string in fine form and turns out Big Bad Lol (Chelmsford, 8.15) quickly having scored at Wolverhampton three days ago. He won with plenty in hand on Tuesday and is starting to show his ability.
Neil Mulholland is a trainer to note when he has runners at Sedgefield – he has a 49 per cent strike-rate at the course. He has just the one runner there today, Monsieur Murphy (12.40), who should be taken seriously considering the 274-mile trip he has to make.
Paul Nicholls has a 35 per cent strike-rate when equipping his horses with first-time blinkers. Ataguiseamix gets the aid in the 1.00 at Exeter, he is having his first run over hurdles and is highly regarded coming from the point-to-point scene.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 8, 2017 9:17:57 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Dirayah (7.15 Chelmsford, nap)
The daughter of Dark Angel cost 825,000 guineas as a yearling in 2015 but is expected to prove worth the wait on her long awaited debut. The full-sister to Mecca's Angel looks to have been found the ideal opportunity by George Peckham to gain a value win.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.45 Bahamian Heights, 6.15 Nice Shot, 7.45 The Eagle's Nest, 8.45 Weloof.
3/1 Dirayah 7:15 Chelmsford (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Pickamix (12.50 Sandown, nap)
This well-regarded novice had a few entries this week but trainer Charlie Mann likes this race most. He wouldn't want the ground to become more testing, but experienced amateur Sam Waley-Cohen should get a good spin off him.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.45 Zipedeedodah, 6.45 Mutineer, 7.15 Kingofmerrows, 7.45 Ice Royal, 8.15 Big Bad Lol, 8.45 Dashing Poet. Exeter: 1.00 Jaisalmer, 2.05 Chosen Well, 3.15 Lunar Flow. Sandown: 2.30 On The Blind Side, 3.35 Its A Sting. Sedgefield: 3.25 Dancing Doug.
9/4 Pickamix 12:50 Sandown West Country: Tim Mitchell
You Say What (3.15 Exeter, nap)
Back to form in convincing style over the track last time when travelling in a manner that suggests he will appreciate this marathon trip. Remains well-treated under a penalty and fancied to follow up.
Others to follow Exeter: 12.30 Lady Longshot, 1.00 Warthog, 1.35 Albert D'Olivate, 2.05 Flaming Charmer, 2.40 Modus, 3.45 Caribert. Sedgefield: 2.55 Contented. Sandown: 12.50 Theatrical Star, 1.25 Jukebox Jive, 1.55 Touch Kick, 2.30 White Moon.
7/2 You Say What 3:15 Exeter North: Richard Young
Breanski (7.45 Chelmsford, nap)
At the top of his game over a mile but shapes as though he'll be at least as good back over this 1m2f trip and almost certainly capable of better in this sphere. The booking of Adam Kirby takes the eye and is fancied to follow up.
Others to follow Chelmsford: 5.45 Dundunah, 6.45 Tadaany, 8.15 Rosie Crowe, 8.45 Tellovoi. Sedgefield: 12.10 Midnight Walk, 12.40 Teescomponents Max, 1.15 Inniscastle Lad, 1.45 Smiling Jessica, 2.20 Viserion, 2.55 Stay In Touch, 3.25 C'Est Deja Ca.
7/1 Breanski 7:45 Chelmsford (AW) Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Viserion (2.20 Sedgefield, nap)
Very well-treated on the pick of last season's novice hurdle wins and shaped like he was running into form at Carlisle last month.
11/4 Viserion 2:20 Sedgefield Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Peace And Plenty (7.45 Chelmsford)
A course and distance winner last year, he deservedly added to his tally at Kempton recently and William Muir's three-year-old may still be ahead of his mark.
4/1 Peace And Plenty 7:45 Chelmsford (AW) Longshot: Ed Quigley
Cadeau George (12.50 Sandown)
Would have needed his most recent run at Carlisle, and can go well with the trip and ground to suit and headgear applied.
16/1 Cadeau George 12:50 Sandown Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Dhafeera (8.00 Dundalk)
A runner-up over seven furlongs at the same track on her Irish debut four weeks ago, the Ger Lyons-trained daughter of Shamardal can get off the mark, under champion jockey Colin Keane, in tonight's one mile maiden.
5/4 Dhafeera 8:00 Dundalk (AW) Members can read the latest exclusive tipping content such as Pricewise and Paul Kealy from 8pm daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 8, 2017 9:18:24 GMT
GOOD THING
Bahamian Heights (5.45 Chelmsford)
This six-year-old gelding is a completely different proposition on the all-weather than on turf and proved that when flying home to land a Chelmsford handicap off a mark of 69 two starts back. He started very awkwardly that day and did exceptionally well to win. He reappeared just over a week ago and ran on eyecatchingly to nab second, despite the race not being run to suit. He's only 1lb higher today and 7lb claimer Jonathan Fisher gets on well with him.
4/1 Bahamian Heights 5:45 Chelmsford (AW) BANKER
Cap Du Nord (3.35 Sandown)
Having form figures under rules of 606 doesn't exactly indicate a winner waiting to happen, but this lightly raced four-year-old showed plenty of promise on all three occasions and his handicap mark of 100 looks lenient given he could be anything. Christian Williams is a very shrewd trainer and the fact that he has booked Denis O'Regan to ride the bottomweight is a sign of intent.
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