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Post by dennisg on May 3, 2018 6:31:55 GMT
Aidan O'Brien on why it's a positive Gustav Klimt has had a prep race for the QIPCO 2000 Guineas plus an update on the "monster" Saxon Warrior and possible jockey bookings too. Aidan O’Brien is delighted to have got a prep race into QIPCO 2000 Guineas favourite Gustav Klimt despite none of his eight previous winners of the Classic having raced before at three. This year's market leader made a successful return to action in the Ballylinch Stud 2000 Guineas Trial Stakes over seven furlongs at Leopardstown last month and the trainer insists it's a boost to his chance at Newmarket. “We would have liked to [have given previous winners a prep run] but until this year we never had a race in Ireland that was suitable,” O’Brien said. “This is the first time we had the [option of] seven furlongs at Leopardstown. For us, the Craven is too close and maybe the race in Newbury [Greenham] is a little bit close as well. And then we had a Guineas trial at Leopardstown over a mile, which is too far, and the Gladness is against older horses and too tough. “So up until now we’ve never had a prep. I suppose [our previous winners] were good two-year-olds and they had done plenty and learnt plenty.” Gustav Klimt Gustav Klimt - things fell right to have prep race Gustav Klimt showed great acceleration to master three rivals on his return, having not run since landing the Group Two Superlative Stakes at Newmarket last summer. A minor setback meant he missed intended engagements in the autumn. “We were anxious to get a run into him as he had not run since Newmarket in the middle of the summer,” O’Brien said. “We would have liked to have run him in the Dewhurst to find out a little bit more about him, so were a little bit in the dark. “It was soft ground, very heavy really, and probably not ideal but we felt we needed to run him. We always thought he would prefer better ground and he did well to quicken in the ground. “Ryan [Moore] rode him in the July meeting [at Newmarket] last year and was very, very full of him. You are never sure, but we were delighted with his run in Leopardstown. We think and hope he’s in good form.” Gustav Klimt is currently with Sky Bet for Saturday's Classic. Aidan O'Brien - 2018 QIPCO Guineas Festival Contenders (video courtesy of QIPCO British Champions Series) The unbeaten Saxon Warrior was ante-post favourite over the winter, having signed off his two-year-old career with victory in the Group One Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster in October. He has not run this year and been usurped at the head of the market by his stablemate. O’Brien says racegoers will see a different specimen. “We’ve probably never had a horse to change so much over winter as he has - he’s turned into a monster of a horse - big, powerful and strong,” O’Brien said. “He’s going to run a long way off his two-year-old weight but his work is very nice and we are very happy with him. We think he will get further than a mile. It will be a nice place to start him and we look forward to him for the rest of the year. He looks a very unusual horse at the moment [in] how much he has changed from two to three, but we have to start somewhere.” Saxon Warrior’s victory at Town Moor provided O’Brien with his world record 26th triumph at Group One level last year. He eventually ended the campaign with 28 to his name. “He jumped a little bit more forward than Ryan thought he would and raced to the front earlier than he might have really liked,” O’Brien recalled. “But he got him organised when they went by and him and he came back strong at the line.” Moore is committed to ride Mendelssohn in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday and riding arrangements for Headquarters have yet to be fully confirmed. O’Brien said: “At the moment it looks like Seamus [Heffernan] might ride Gustav, and that Donnacha [O’Brien, his son] will ride Saxon Warrior. That’s what we are thinking at the moment but all those things can change.” Saxon Warrior is Saxon Warrior ticks a lot of the right boxes ahead of the Guineas Saxon Warrior - developed well from two to three U S Navy Flag and Murillo remain in the mix with the former having won the Middle Park Stakes and Dewhurst last season. “U S Navy Flag is a very solid horse and improved with racing,” O’Brien said. “He’d love really nice ground, fast ground and he could be an exciting horse this year. “The ground wasn’t ideal [for his reappearance at Leopardstown] but we felt we needed to run him because the more we ran him last year the better he got. If it’s going to get too slow he might not run, we might wait.” Of the opposition, he said: “We don’t take any horse for granted no matter where they are from or trained. They are always to fear and we don’t take any of them lightly.”
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Post by dennisg on May 3, 2018 6:33:40 GMT
Faugheen has had a growth removed from his groin and will not run again before next season, Willie Mullins has revealed. The rejuvenated gelding rolled back the years at Punchestown last week when storming to victory in the Champion Stayers Hurdle. A trip to France for the French Champion Hurdle had been mooted as a possibility, with Willie Mullins planning a big assault on the valuable prizes on offer at Auteuil later this month. However, speaking on Thursday evening, Mullins revealed Faugheen had been sore after the race, and was sent for examination. "We thought it might have been a muscle problem, but further examination revealed there was a growth," said Mullins. "It must have been there for some time and I suppose it possibly explains his in and out form this season." Confirming surgery on the 10-year-old had gone well, Mullins said his star would be going on his holidays and would hopefully be back "as good as ever" next season. Related links
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 8:14:11 GMT
Thursday: going, weather & non-runners Chelmsford (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 6f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:50 Hard Forest (7)One One Seven (3) 7:50 Sandra's Secret (5)Mayyasah (4) 8:20 Two Seas (6) Clonmel GOING: HEAVY WEATHER: Scattered showers Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Archipentura (13)Takeitfromalady (5) 3:30 Dutiful Son (3)Locommotion (4) 4:00 Harbour Vision (8) 4:30 Flora Tristan (3) Musselburgh GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 7.0) (Rail movements: R2, 3, 4, 6 & 7 +7y) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 6:40 Lady Grigio (5) Redcar GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 8.4) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside Southwell (AW) GOING: FIBRESAND: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:50 Sans Souci Bay (4)
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 8:14:46 GMT
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Northwest Frontier (7.10 Musselburgh)
Dropping back to Class 5 company, Richard Fahey's Northwest Frontier looks one to be with on Thursday following a useful sixth of 16 in a much better contest on his seasonal reappearance. The four-year-old son of Galileo hasn't proven to be one of his sires best horses in training, but he looks set to pay his way in the staying division and a lot of encouragement can be taken from his run at Thirsk 12 days ago. He travelled well on the pace for a long way that day and stuck to his task gamely in a race that generally suited hold-up performers. He has plenty of movement off his mark, race conditions look perfect and he scored second-time up last year.
9/4 Northwest Frontier 7:10 Musselburgh EYECATCHER
Southern States (3.00 Lingfield)
Not many jump out in this staying 0-55 handicap and it could be the turn of Lydia Richards' Southern States, who makes his first start since November. Despite having a career record of 0-14, he has shown promise on more than one occasion, including when beaten three lengths over this course and distance in April last year. Following a run of consistent efforts last summer, he didn't look the same horse when running twice in the autumn and hopefully the elongated break has done him the world of good. He should be capable of winning off a mark of 55, especially in a field of this nature.
13/2 Southern States 3:00 Lingfield (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 8:15:26 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Main Street (6.50 Chelmsford, nap)
Won going away when scoring over a mile at this venue last backend when shaping as if this longer trip would suit. The son of Street Cry has worked nicely on the Al Bahathri Polytrack of late.
11/8 Main Street 6:50 Chelmsford (AW) Others to follow Lingfield 2.00 Widnes, 4.00 Central City, 4.30 Playfull Spirit, 5.00 Scoones. Redcar 2.10 Willow Brook, 2.40 Angel's Glory, 3.10 Mr Gent, 3.40 Completion, 4.40 Crystal Spirit, 5.10 Conflagration. Southwell 2.20 Go On Gal, 3.30 Hakeem, 4.20 Limerick Lord, 4.50 Indian Tinker, 5.20 Katie Gale. Musselburgh 6.40 Dazzle Gold. Chelmsford 5.50 Shellbrook, 6.20 6.20 Reveleon, 7.20 Chiefofchiefs, 7.50 Tirania, 8.20 Arcanista, 8.50 Jeremiah.
Lambourn: Nick Deacon
Crack On Crack On (4.00 Lingfield) Improved with each of his three outings as a two-year-old and looks the type to do well during his second campaign. Looks nicely weighted for his handicap debut and powerful stable just starting to move into top gear.
7/2 Crack On Crack On 4:00 Lingfield (AW) Others to follow Lingfield 2.00 Smiley Bagel, 2.30 Mercury Rising, 4.30 Belated Breath. Redcar 2.10 Tarrzan, 3.40 Pak Choi, 5.10 Don't Cry About It. Chelmsford 7.50 Puds.
North: Colin Russell
Sha La La La Lee (3.40 Redcar, nap) Well-regarded three-year-old from the Tom Dascombe yard who was a good second in a Doncaster maiden in September. Landed first win at Wolverhampton last time and fancied to follow up on his handicap debut back on turf.
2/1 Sha La La La Lee 3:40 Redcar Others to follow Chelmsford 5.50 Hard Forest, 6.20 Poetic Affair, 7.20 Constantino, 7.50 Sandra's Secret, 8.20 Villa Tora, 8.50 Austrian School. Lingfield 2.30 Angelina d'Or, 3.30 Mishaal, 4.00 Red Force One, 5.00 X Rated. Musselburgh 5.40 Twentysvnthlancers, 6.10 Amadeus, 6.40 Soldier's Minute, 7.10 Riviere Argentee, 7.40 See The Lyte, 8.10 Scotch Myst, 8.40 Titus Bolt. Redcar 2.10 Hurricane Five, 2.40 Gold Stone, 3.10 Diplomacy, 4.10 Al Khan, 4.40 Firby, 5.10 If We Can Can. Southwell 2.20 Lean On Pete, 2.50 Serenity Now, 3.50 Mujassam, 4.20 Baron Run, 5.20 Samtu.
Racing Post Ratings: Paul Curtis
Playfull Spirit 4.30 Lingfield
Looks fairly treated on some promising maiden form and open to improvement now handicapping, with this drop to six furlongs an interesting move on breeding.
6/4 Playfull Spirit 4:30 Lingfield (AW)
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Antonian (8.50 Chelmsford)
Found one too good at Lingfield a month ago but begins life in handicaps on a reasonable mark and, combined with his step up in trip, may go one better.
Longshot: David Revers
Red Force One (4.00 Lingfield)
Tom Dascombe's three-year-old Lethal Force gelding has had a wind op since an encouraging effort at Salisbury last season. He could be ready to strike from a favourable draw.
22/1 Red Force One 4:00 Lingfield (AW)
Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Lucky Mistake (6.30 Clonmel)
Winner of handicaps at Gowran Park and Leopardstown last season, the Adrian Keatley-trained four-year-old showed signs of a return to form when fourth on his most recent start at Limerick last month. Shane Foley's mount gets the vote to account for his four rivals.
There are no West Country tips for Thursday
The Raceform Interactive nugget
Since the start of 2016, William Haggas has figures of 3111210115 in non-handicaps at Redcar (+£5.72 to £1 stakes). Daniel Tudhope is 1-1 for him in such races and he takes the mount on Pretty Baby in the 6f novice stakes at 2.40.
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 8:15:53 GMT
Rab Havlin takes one ride at Lingfield before heading on to Chelmsford. Playfull Spirit (Lingfield 4.30) is related to a few classy sorts and her maiden/novice form looks strong in the context of this handicap.
Thursday's cards
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Hugo Palmer enlists a hood to good effect (six winners from 15 runners) so don’t be put off Dragon Kuza at Chelmsford (5.50). His dam won over 5f as a two-year-old and he may have enough with the headgear to help.
Monks Stand reeled off a quickfire treble over 6f at Southwell in March/April and returns after a small break. Today’s race (3.50) is over 7f, but the way he finished off at Southwell suggests the extra furlong is suitable.
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 18:17:02 GMT
Laid Back Luke 7.30 Clonmel
Trainer Sheila Lavery and jockey Robbie Colgan have not had a winner in the past two weeks but their fortune could change with this veteran outsider, who has good form at this track (form figures of 124).
He also boasts two wins and three places from seven starts on heavy ground, and there is every chance the ten-year-old can go close.
16/1 Laid Back Luke 7:30 Clonmel Antonian 8.50 Chelmsford
This three-year-old son of Intello has looked useful in his first three runs and proved his capability of handling the all-weather when winning at Wolverhampton in December.
He should relish the extra distance having finishing strongly when second to Technological at Lingfield over 1m4f.
John Gosden is in fine form with six winners from his last 13 runners and, with Frankie Dettori pulling the strings, this colt is an exciting prospect for the future.
11/4 Antonian 8:50 Chelmsford (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on May 3, 2018 18:18:30 GMT
Musselburgh, 03 May 18 Race 1 - 5:40pm THE racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that DAWOODI, unplaced, ran too free. Duran Fentiman reported that GRIFFIN STREET, placed eighth, was slowly away.
Race 2 - 6:10pm THE RACING UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Approaching the 2f marker, the winner, POETIC STEPS (FR) edged left moving BIRDETTE (IRE), placed second, slightly off a 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 POETIC STEPS (FR).
Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that AMADEUS (IRE), which started odds on favourite and finished fifth of five, became upset in the stalls, ran wide on the first bend and was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 6:40pm THE CENTRAL TAXIS - FASTER,GREENER,SAFER NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Connor Beasley reported that SOLDIER’S MINUTE, placed third, ran too free. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 7:10pm THE MACROBERTS LLP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Noel Wilson had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run HAYWARD FIELD (IRE) partially shod.
Race 6 - 8:10pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for SCOTCH MYST and LOTARA to go early to post. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 03 May 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE DAILY RACING SPECIALS AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference on the final bend when PADDY A (IRE), placed second, ridden by Stevie Donohoe, interfered with GOLDEN NECTAR, placed seventh, ridden by Paddy Bradley. Donohoe was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left-handed without sufficient correction causing Bradley to take a slight check.
Following the race, David Probert reported that EARTHLY (USA), placed fifth, ran too free and clipped heels with FANOULPIFER, placed sixth, in the back straight.
Race 2 - 2:30pm THE DOWNLOAD THE APP AT 188BET MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong when the winner, ANGELINE D’OR (GER), ridden by Dane O’Neill, interfered with SWEET CHARITY, placed second, ridden by Fran Berry. O’Neill was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left-handed without sufficient correction causing Berry to be marginally taken off his intended line.
Following the race, David Probert reported that GRIPPER, unplaced, ran too free and clipped heels with HYPERACTIVE, placed fourth. The Veterinary Officer reported that HYPERACTIVE, placed fourth, had been struck into its right fore.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE READ SILVESTRE DE SOUSA AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Jason Watson reported that SIMPLY CLEVER, placed seventh, ran too free.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT 188BET CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MISHAAL (IRE) to go early and be led to post.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE BET & WATCH AT 188bet.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after leaving the stalls when CENTRAL CITY (IRE), placed seventh, ridden by Louis Steward, interfered with RED FORCE ONE, placed fifth, ridden by Paddy Pilley, who in turn interfered with ZAAJER, placed third, ridden by Dane O’Neill, who in turn interfered with EPIC FANTASY, placed sixth, ridden by Oisin Murphy. The interference was found to be accidental as Steward shifted marginally left-handed causing Pilley to shift left-handed onto O’Neill who took a slight check resulting in Murphy becoming tight for room and taking a check.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE 188BET LIVE CASINO FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for QUEEN OF DREAMS (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
The apparent improvement in form of the winner, QUEEN OF DREAMS (IRE), which had never previously been placed, was considered. William Knight was interviewed. His comments that the filly was hampered in its previous race and had strengthened up over the winter were noted and the filly was routine tested.
Following the race, George Downing reported that SHANIA SAYS (IRE), placed seventh, was slowly away.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE EUROPA LEAGUE BETTING AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when SCOONES, placed third, ridden by Daniel Muscutt interfered with DRAGON DREAM (IRE), placed eighth, ridden by Rhian Ingram. Muscutt was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift marginally left-handed without sufficient correction causing Ingram to take a slight check. View Stewards report Redcar, 03 May 18 Race 2 - 2:40pm THE VISIT THE ALL NEW racinguk.com FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 2 furlongs out, ANGEL’S GLORY, placed second, shifted slightly left leaving THE HOPPINGS, unplaced, briefly crowded 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 ANGEL’S GLORY.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that THUNDERBELL, unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE SUBSCRIBE TO RACING UK ON YOUTUBE NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) Keith Dalgleish was fined £80 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of ALABANZA had been altered.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for POET’S PRINCE to wear earplugs which were removed at the start.
The performance of MAKSAB which finished fifth, was considered. The explanation from the representative of Mick Channon that the colt was unsuited by being unable to dominate was noted. MAKSAB was routine tested.
Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out, SHA LA LA LA LEE, placed fourth, shifted right onto MAKSAB, placed fifth, which in turn caused GHOST SERGE (IRE), placed sixth, to be eased momentarily 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 SHA LA LA LA LEE.
Edward Greatrex, the rider of GHOST SERGE (IRE), placed sixth, was interviewed regarding his use of the whip down the shoulder of GHOST SERGE (IRE) after crossing the winning line. Having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the incident, they noted his explanation that he was positioned on the outside of the field and felt the gelding was going to duck out at the paddock entrance, he therefore used his whip as a corrective measure.
Following the race, Clifford Lee reported that the saddle slipped on STAR OF ZAAM (IRE), placed eighth.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE WATCH RACING UK IN STUNNING HD CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LORD ROB to go early to post and for SPACE WAR to be mounted in the chute.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE WATCH RACING UK ANYWHERE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Rounding the home bend, TOMMY SHELBY (FR), placed seventh, shifted slightly left moving MOLTOIR (IRE), placed eighth, onto CHAMPARISI, unplaced, 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 TOMMY SHELBY (FR).
Following the race, David Allan reported that CONTREBASSE, unplaced, was denied a clear run on several occasions and the Veterinary Officer reported that TOMMY SHELBY (FR) lost its left fore shoe and CONTREBASSE, lost its right hind shoe. View Stewards report Southwell, 03 May 18 Race 1 - 2:20pm THE freebetting.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for SUREWHYNOT (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
Entering the first bend, BELROG, unplaced, shifted right whilst running freely, hampering MASTER OF SONG, placed fourth, which in turn carried GENERAL TUFTO, placed eighth, off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference on the first bend, involving the winner, SUREWHYNOT (IRE), ridden by Kieran O’Neill; SLIPPER SATIN (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by David Egan and SLOWFOOT (GER), placed seventh, ridden by Dougie Costello. O’Neill was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left towards the rail when insufficiently clear, carrying SLIPPER SATIN (IRE) in across the running of SLOWFOOT (GER), which had to be checked.
Inside the final furlong, LEAN ON PETE (IRE), placed third, edged quickly right giving a bump to the winner, SUREWHYNOT (IRE), but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The winner, SUREWHYNOT (IRE), appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Navan on 23 April 2018, where the filly finished tenth of eighteen, beaten 8¼ lengths. The representative of Gavin Cromwell explained that SUREWHYNOT (IRE) had benefitted from the reapplication of cheek pieces on this occasion and also appreciated the fibresand surface. The filly was routine tested.
Following the race, Gina Mangan reported that BELROG, unplaced, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed it to be lame on its right fore.
Race 2 - 2:50pm THE COMPARE FREE BETS AT freebetting.co.uk CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for PORT LAIRGE to go early to post.
Following the race, David Egan reported that TOPAMICHI, placed third, ran too free and Noel Garbutt reported that PORT LAIRGE, placed fifth, was reluctant to race and was slowly away as a result. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE LINDSAY FINANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Russell Harris, the rider of ANGEL PALANAS, placed third, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip arm above shoulder height inside the final 2 furlongs. Being a 7lb claimer, Harris was offered accompaniment, but declined.
Following the race, Jim Crowley reported that MONKS STAND (USA), placed fourth, ran flat and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 4:20pm THE HORSE RACING FREE BETS AT freebetting.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LIMERICK LORD (IRE) to go early to post.
Approximately 4½ furlongs out, BARON RUN, placed sixth, edged left, briefly tightening BEST TAMAYUZ, placed fourth, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Joey Haynes reported that BARON RUN, placed sixth, was restless in the stalls and dwelt on jumping.
Race 6 - 4:50pm THE MANSFIELD SAND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for TINA TEASPOON to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference just inside 1½ furlongs out, between INDIAN TINKER, placed third, ridden by Jonathan Fisher and PEARL NOIR, placed fourth, ridden by Kieran O’Neill. Being a 7lb claimer, Fisher was offered accompaniment, but declined. Fisher was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to hang left without sufficient or timely correction, causing PEARL NOIR to be slightly checked.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE COMPARE BOOKIES AT freebetting.co.uk APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Toby Eley reported that CLAYTON HALL (IRE), placed fifth, was never travelling. Kieran Schofield reported that FAIR LOCH, placed seventh, hung badly right throughout and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Chelmsford City, 03 May 18 Race 2 - 6:20pm THE toteexacta PICK THE 1ST AND 2ND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race Marc Monaghan reported that HOULTON, placed third, was never travelling in the early stages. William Buick reported that REVELEON, placed eighth, hung right throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. Noel Garbutt reported that STORM JAZZ (IRE), placed fourth, was denied a clear run. The Veterinary Officer reported that THE JUNGEL VIP, placed seventh, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 5 - 7:50pm THE toteswinger TWO IN THE FIRST THREE FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for TIRANIA to go early to post and to be mounted on the track.
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:07:54 GMT
Friday: going, weather & non-runners Cheltenham GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 7.3) WEATHER: Cloudy Chepstow GOING: SOFT (Heavy in places in the back straight; GoingStick 5.7) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 5f, 6f, 7f & 1m - Centre; 1m2f, 1m4f & 2m - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:00 Give Em A Clump (2) Cork GOING: SOFT TO HEAVY WEATHER: Partly cloudy Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f & 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:20 Fitzrovia (8) 3:50 Buckland Beau (9) Musselburgh GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places; GoingStick 7.5) (Rail movements: R3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 +7y) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:40 Rapid Applause (2) 3:10 Kodicat (6) 4:10 Hot Gossip (10) Newcastle (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Centre; 1m2f - Farside NON RUNNERS: 6:20 Shudbeme (13) 6:55 Madam Devious (8) 8:05 Bouclier (2)
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:08:22 GMT
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Accomplice (3.50 Lingfield)
Michael Blanshard's four-year-old filly is in flying form at the moment and should be able to follow up her course-and-distance success at the start of last month. Rated 64 when making her return to action on March 16, Accomplice ran a cracking race to go down by just half a length to Karen George's Secret Return despite going wide off the final bend. That winner has since recorded form figures of 42 in better races and the form stacks up well with the third and fifth scoring since. She duly went one better when last seen, clearing away from eight rivals to win by a length. The Handicapper has only put her up an extra 3lb for that victory and everything is in place for another huge performance.
6/1 Accomplice 3:50 Lingfield (AW) EYECATCHER
Spanish City (7.30 Newcastle)
Roger Varian's five-year-old has proved disappointing so far but is still unexposed with just seven starts to his name and is worth a second look on his first start over seven furlongs. His two victories have come on the back of 269 and 115-day breaks, suggesting now is the time to follow him in as he returns from a 314-day absence to tackle this 0-95 handicap. His best two performances based on RPRs have come on the all-weather here and the race should be run to suit. His pedigree suggests the step up in trip shouldn't be an issue.
15/8 Spanish City 7:30 Newcastle (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:08:56 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Elysees Palace (5.45 Newcastle, nap)
Won his maiden when sent over to Dundalk last month and could be potent off a mark of 71 in his first handicap. Sir Mark Prescott's improver has since moved well on the Al Bahathri.
Others to follow Lingfield 2.50 Lashabeeh, 3.50 Muhajjal, 4.20 Waneen. Chepstow 2.00 Hope Is High, 3.30 Tallow. Musselburgh 3.40 Mosalim. Newcastle 5.10 Photgrapher 6.55 Sarshampla, 7.30 Spanish City.
6/5 Elysees Palace 5:45 Newcastle (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Eraad (2.50 Lingfield, nap)
Charlie Hills has been among the winners this week and thinks plenty of this Dark Angel colt, who can take a step forward from his sole start last season.
Others to follow Chepstow 3.00 Goodnight Girl. Lingfield 2.20 Appenzeller, 3.20 Prince Ahwahnee, 3.50 Assanilka.
4/1 Eraad 2:50 Lingfield (AW) West Country: Tim Mitchell
Monsieur Gibraltar (4.55 Cheltenham, nap)
In good form in point-to-points before unseating at Ascot. Has to concede weight to all but remains the one they all have to beat.
Others to follow Cheltenham 6.40 The Wealerdealer, 8.25 Salubrious. Chepstow 2.00 Astute Boy, 2.30 Coeur Blimey, 5.00 Our Folly. Lingfield 4.20 Dreams Of Glory.
6/4 Monsieur Gibraltar 4:55 Cheltenham North: Colin Russell
Trading Point (4.40 Musselburgh, nap)
Back to form when making all the running to win at Beverley last week and is fancied to defy a penalty and follow up at a track that suits his running style.
Others to follow Cheltenham 5.30 Duhallow Tornado, 7.15 Martha's Benefit. Chepstow 4.30 Desert Ace, 5.00 Quids In. Lingfield 2.20 Juneau, 3.20 Big Time Maybe. Musselburgh 2.10 Ahlan Bil Emarati, 2.40 Longroom, 3.10 Cobalty Isle, 3.40 Move To The Front, 4.10 Four Kingdoms, 5.15 Haymarket. Newcastle 5.10 Celestial Force, 5.45 Karawaan, 6.20 Supreme Power, 6.55 Primo's Comet, 7.30 War Department, 8.05 Kingofmerrows, 8.40 Cherry Oak.
11/8 Trading Point 4:40 Musselburgh Racing Post Ratings: Sam Walker
Royal Brave (2.40 Musselburgh)
Good record over this course and distance and ground probably against him when up against Group horses last time. This is more his level and he's off a nice mark judged on last year's form.
9/2 Royal Brave 2:40 Musselburgh Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Tallow (3.30 Chepstow)
Faded at the business end on her recent Newbury return but with improvement anticipated a bolder show is expected.
7/4 Tallow 3:30 Chepstow Longshot: Neil McCabe
Thegirlfrommilan (5.30 Cheltenham)
Good form in Irish point-to-points but then lost his way when trained by Rebecca Curtis. However, he bounced back with a runaway point-to-point win last month for a trainer who is three from six with rules runners in past few seasons.
8/1 Thegirlfrommilan 5:30 Cheltenham Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Azua Emery (5.55 Cork)
The Gordon Elliott-trained filly gets the vote to follow up her maiden win at Fairyhouse last month in today's novice event. She won quite comfortably last time and can score under Jack Kennedy.
11/4 Azua Emery 5:55 Cork The Raceform Interactive nugget
Statuario (3.30 Chepstow)
Since the start of 2016 Eve Johnson Houghton is 10/24 (42% strike-rate) with her handicappers at Chepstow, for a £1 level-stakes profit of £24. Statuario, who won on his only previous visit to the track last September, runs in the mile event at 3.30.
9/2 Statuario 3:30 Chepstow
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:09:28 GMT
Royal Brave won three times over this course and distance last year, including this race (2.40 Musselburgh), and is only 1lb higher than his last win. Fast ground is key to his chance.
Simon Crisford’s strike-rate rises from 18 per cent to a remarkable 50 per cent when he sends his horses over 200 miles. Al Ozzdi (4.40 Musselburgh) is also a first-time gelding (trainer 21 per cent with them) and wears a first-time hood (23 per cent).
Danny Tudhope has a 43 per cent strike-rate for Jim Goldie at Newcastle and they team up with Golden Steps (7.30). He is 11lb lower than when winning the Bunbury Cup over this trip in 2016 and shaped well over an inadequate five furlongs on stable debut last time.
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:11:07 GMT
CHEPSTOW
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Cape Banjo
2.30 King Lud
3.00 Great Shot Sam
3.30 Tallow
4.00 Grandma Tilly
4.30 Desert Ace
5.00 Fitzwilly (nap)
GIMCRACK
2.00 Bombero
2.30 Ishallak
3.00 Gilded Hour (nb)
3.30 Tallow
4.00 Grand Acclaim
4.30 Desert Ace
5.00 Unblinking
LINGFIELD
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.50 Mr Bossy Boots
2.20 Juneau
2.50 Crossing The Line
3.20 Al Barg
3.50 Arctic Sea
4.20 Culloden
4.50 Pollyissimo
GIMCRACK
1.50 Philba
2.20 Appenzeller
2.50 Lashabeeh
3.20 Branscombe
3.50 Arctic Sea
4.20 Waneen
4.50 Storm Again
CHELTENHAM
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
4.55 Old Pride
5.30 Optimised
6.05 Stoleaway
6.40 Barel Of Laughs
7.15 Frelia
7.50 Battle Dust
8.25 Salubrious
GIMCRACK
4.55 Monsieur Gibraltar
5.30 Fortune Bound
6.05 Bally River Boy
6.40 Abricot De L’Oasis
7.15 Palmaria
7.50 Supreme Danehill
8.25 Mr Mercurial
MUSSELBURGH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.10 Ahlan Bil Emarati
2.40 Royal Brave (nb)
3.10 Acadian Angel
3.40 Mosalim
4.10 Royal Cosmic
4.40 Trading Point
5.15 Adventureman
GIMCRACK
2.10 Deep Intrigue
2.40 Rapid Applause (nap)
3.10 Royal Connoisseur
3.40 Montague
4.10 Royal Cosmic
4.40 Trading Point
5.15 Adventureman
NEWCASTLE
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.10 Photographer
5.45 Karawaan
6.20 Pitch High
6.55 Brian Ryan
7.30 Spanish City
8.05 Tigerwolf
8.40 Cherry Oak
GIMCRACK
5.10 Photographer
5.45 Karawaan
6.20 Highwayman
6.55 Brian Ryan
7.30 Custard The Dragon
8.05 Tigerwolf
8.40 Cherry Oak
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 8:11:27 GMT
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Post by dennisg on May 4, 2018 8:20:15 GMT
in today's sporting life......................... Our star columnist Richard Fahey takes us through his team for Saturday including a horse returning to the scene of his greatest triumph. Leading Saturday chances 11 14 Third Time Lucky14 68-8OR: 93CD 10/1 Form: 3-76306T: R A FaheyJ: P Hanagan Last run 2 2 Indomeneo35 39-6OR: 84C 8/1 Form: 12611-0T: R A FaheyJ: T Hamilton Last run 7 5 Chingachgook35 38-8OR: 76 8/1 Form: 34-242T: R A FaheyJ: T Hamilton Last run Third Time Lucky returns to the scene of his greatest triumph in the Spring Lodge Stakes at Newmarket on Saturday. Nine furlongs here is absolutely ideal for him, as he showed when winning the Cambridgeshire, and the handicapper is starting to give him a chance. He seems in good form at home and while he is very in and out, on a going day he’d have a big chance. He didn’t run badly at Newbury last time. Crotchet has been working really well at home this spring. The Hot Streak Handicap looks a very competitive affair but the way our filly has been going we’re happy to start out here and work our way forward. Crownthorpe is a horse we’ve always liked and he’s progressing on the track now. Trip, course and ground will all suit in the QIPCO Racing Welfare Handicap and it’s just a question of whether he’s improving fast enough to win a handicap on Guineas day at Newmarket. The Commission Free Racing At Matchbook Handicap is a valuable pot at Goodwood and Right Action arrives there in the form of his life. We’re coming back quite quickly from Catterick with him and I’m just a bit worried about that. Everything else looks perfect. We also run Gallipoli and I really wouldn’t want to split my pair, on what we see at home there’s nothing between them. This fellow was unlucky at Lingfield on All-Weather Final Day when he was slowly away. If he’d jumped on terms I think he’d have nearly won. If he handles the track he has a good chance from a favourable draw. Indomeneo was very disappointing at Musselburgh first time out and we don’t know why. He was working fine before that race – and fine after it. Perhaps he’s paying the price for winning four times last season but he steps up in trip for the totesport.com 20 Free Bets Handicap at Wetherby and if he improves for it – as I think he might – he can go well. Withernsea is starting to creep down the handicap and he runs in the totesport.com Hunt Cup Handicap. He needs a bit of luck in a big field like this. Withernsea - makes quick return to action at Goodwood Withernsea - starting to creep down the handicap I really don’t know what to say about George Bowen ahead of the crownhotel-bawtry.com Handicap at Doncaster other than he does his own thing. On a going day he’d have a real chance. Private Matter ran terribly at Doncaster first time back and for no apparent reason. I was hoping he’d find his way again this season. He was a good two-year-old and they can bounce back at four after a difficult second season but he needs to show more here. We’re a little behind in terms of sorting out our two-year-olds this season after such a wet spring – we haven’t been able to get much work into them on grass. Cosmic Law and Ninetythreetwenty both make their debut in the China Rose Of Bawtry Novice Stakes. I like them and they should win their maidens – but whether it’s first time up is a different matter. They have worked in separate groups on the turf once and shaped well and are nice horses who are ready to start out. Chingachgook ran well on his reappearance at Musselburgh, finishing second. He didn’t have a great draw there and got shuffled further back than we wanted. He has a good, solid chance in the Fine And Country Handicap.
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Post by dennisg on May 4, 2018 8:22:29 GMT
It's a massive weekend with the first British Classics of the 2018 campaign, plus the Kentucky Derby - we've got all angles covered with tips, features, racecards and free video form. It's a hugely significant weekend in the world of racing as Newmarket stages the first Classics of the British Flat season. Saturday's QIPCO 2000 Guineas has a familiar feel to it with two Aidan O'Brien-trained runners towards the top of the betting market, but there's serious depth to the quality of this year's field, with the likes of Masar, Expert Eye and Elarqam aiming to bring down the Ballydoyle juggernaut, which is headed by Gustav Klimt. The QIPCO 1000 Guineas takes centre-stage as the fillies vie for stardom on day two of the meeting on Sunday, with Coolmore and Godolphin locking horns again as Happily and I Can Fly clash with Soliloquy and Wild Illusion. There's also the small matter of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Down on Saturday night (2350 BST), with a cool $2million dollars to the winner. It could be an incredible weekend for O'Brien - even by his own dizzying standards - with Breeders' Cup and runaway UAE Derby winner Mendelssohn bidding to provide the trainer with a first success in the "Run for the Roses". We've got a packed schedule of previews, features and tips ahead of the star-studded meetings on both sides of the Atlantic so tuck in and enjoy the feast. 2000 Guineas racecard and free video form 1000 Guineas racecard and free video form LISTEN: Classic weekend podcast FREE TO PLAY: The £50,000 ITV7 QIPCO 2000 Guineas - 1535 Newmarket Horse-by-horse guide - David Ord runs through the field for the 2000 Guineas Key talking points - Matt Brocklebank on the big issues ahead of the first Classic Pedigree pointers - Ben Linfoot delivers a verdict on the breeding of the leading players Stats guide - Matt Brocklebank runs through the last 10 editions for clues Alex Hammond blog - The Sky Sports guru with her fancies for the great race Ed Chamberlin preview - The ITV Racing anchor looks ahead to a Classic weekend Mike Cattermole tips - The top broadcaster offers his 1-2-3-4 for the 2000 Guineas O'Brien: Fate of the favourites - David Ord takes a look at Aidan O'Brien's record with market leaders in the 2000 Guineas Kentucky Derby - 2350 Churchill Downs Horse by horse guide - We've secured the assistance of Daily Racing Form's Southern California correspondent Steve Andersen to guide us through the field for the 2018 Kentucky Derby Mendelssohn latest - Ryan Moore says Mendelssohn ‘has the form to mount a serious challenge’ in the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday QIPCO 1000 Guineas - 1535 Newmarket Horse-by-horse guide - David Ord looks ahead to Sunday's feature and he's siding with a northern raider to light up Newmarket Stats guide - Matt Brocklebank settles on Soliloquy after highlighting the key recent trends Alex Hammond blog - The Sky Sports guru with her fancies for the 1000 Guineas Ed Chamberlin preview - The ITV Racing anchor looks ahead to a Classic weekend
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Post by dennisg on May 4, 2018 8:24:26 GMT
Chris Wilson says Mick Easterby can toast back-to-back victories with Rapid Applause at Musselburgh on Friday. Mick Easterby can toast back-to-back victories with Rapid Applause when he goes for gold at Musselburgh. The Sheriff Hutton handler was caught unawares by the six-year-old at Beverley last week when he absolutely bolted up in a five-furlong handicap. Easterby did not expect Rapid Applause to win on the Westwood, but win he did as the former Irish resident stormed home by nearly two lengths. The manner in which that race was competed aided Rapid Applause in no uncertain terms, but perhaps more compelling was the fact jockey Nathan Evans never once needed to get serious. Rapid Applause must shoulder a 6lb penalty in this five-furlong handicap, but that still gives him the look of a very well treated horse as he was rated as highly as 110 in what has so far been a nomadic career. Gilded Hour looks interesting in the seven-furlong fillies' handicap at Chepstow. Ralph Beckett's three-year-old makes her handicap debut on a mark of 76, but she might be a wee bit better than that. After all, she showed flashes of ability as a juvenile, having finished in the money at Kempton and at Doncaster, and was hardly disgraced at the first-named venue upon her return to the fray. Gilded Hour was beaten four lengths into third in a seven-furlong novice stakes on April 18, but that was a pretty hot affair as the winner, Il Primo Sole, looks sharp for the John Gosden team. And with runner-up Major Partnership, who was considered good enough to be given an entry in the Dante, no slouch, either, Gilded Hour's performance deserves to be upgraded. She was also too keen for her own good at Kempton, so jockey Oisin Murphy will be desperate to get her nice and relaxed in what is a weaker race. Arctic Sea can be trusted to run with purpose in a one-mile handicap at Lingfield. Paul Cole's inmate has been in fair form this year, but he has not quite convinced that he is at his best over a mile and a quarter. A return to running over this shorter distance, over which he has won twice, might just do for him. Photographer is an intriguing runner for Gosden in the 10-furlong novice stakes at at Newcastle. Winner of his only start as a juvenile, this half-brother to Coronet holds entries in the Dante and the Derby. Sporting Life Tips CHEPSTOW: 2.00 Bombero, 2.30 Ishallak, 3.00 Gilded Hour, 3.30 Tallow, 4.00 Grand Acclaim, 4.30 Desert Ace, 5.00 Fitzwilly. CHELTENHAM: 4.55 Monsieur Gibraltar, 5.30 Fortune Bound, 6.05 Bally River Boy, 6.40 Abricot De L'Oasis, 7.15 Palmaria, 7.50 Supreme Danehill, 8.25 Mr Mercurial. CORK: 4.45 Freedom Chimes, 5.20 One First Cut, 5.55 All Good Things, 6.30 Seskinane, 7.05 School Boy Hours, 7.40 Victoria Bay, 8.15 Hollow Crest. LINGFIELD: 1.50 Philba, 2.20 Appenzeller, 2.50 Lashabeeh, 3.20 Branscombe, 3.50 Arctic Sea, 4.20 Waneen, 4.50 Storm Again. MUSSELBURGH: 2.10 Deep Intrigue, 2.40 RAPID APPLAUSE (NAP), 3.10 Kodicat, 3.40 Montague, 4.10 Royal Cosmic, 4.40 Trading Point, 5.15 Adventureman. NEWCASTLE: 5.10 Photographer, 5.45 Karawaan, 6.20 Highwayman, 6.55 Brian Ryan, 7.30 Custard The Dragon, 8.05 Tigerwolf, 8.40 Cherry Oak. DOUBLE: Rapid Applause and Gilded Hour.
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Post by dennisg on May 4, 2018 8:26:47 GMT
Ben Linfoot previews Friday's cards at Musselburgh, Chepstow and Lingfield with the Sporting Life Daily Nap running at the first-named track. Sporting Life's Daily Nap, May 4 NAP: Rapid Applause (2.40 Musselburgh) Next Best: Unbridled Spirit (3.30 Chepstow) Treble: Steal The Scene (3.50 Lingfield) 2 2 Rapid Applause8(ex 6) 69-11OR: 76D SP Form: 5008-61T: M W EasterbyJ: Nathan Evans Last run Live betting powered by 6 6 Unbridled Spirit18 38-8OR: 67 7/2 Form: 750-3T: A M BaldingJ: Oisin Murphy Last run Live betting powered by 6 3 Steal The Scene69 69-1OR: 69 5/1 Form: 82-3932T: Kevin FrostJ: R Kingscote Last run Live betting powered by RAPID APPLAUSE can win under a penalty in the Boogie In The Morning Handicap (2.40) at Musselburgh on Friday. Mick Easterby’s six-year-old won on his second start for the yard at Beverley last Thursday and is 2lb well-in under a 6lb penalty for that convincing success. It was only his second start at five furlongs, so he’s hugely unexposed at the trip, and although he stays six furlongs well and this is a sharp track, he should get the strong pace he needs to fly home and land the spoils. There is certainly plenty of early speed drawn around him with Lydiate Lady, Lady Cristal and Fethiye Boy drawn low, so there’s every chance he can strike again while he’s thriving. At Chepstow Andrew Balding’s Unbridled Spirit could shed his maiden tag in the Yolk Recruitment Handicap (3.30) if he comes on for his Windsor third. That looked an improved performance on his handicap debut, his first run since being gelded, and it showed that testing ground holds no fears. He might need further soon, but this looks a more than adequate test in the heavy ground and, getting weight from everything, he looks well placed to get a win on the board. Finally, Steal The Scene can gain just reward for a consistent run of efforts in the 188Bet Mobile Handicap at Lingfield (3.50). Kevin Frost’s horse has finished placed in four of his last five starts without winning, but he hasn’t been raised much by the assessor and a two-month break will have done him good. Drawn in three with plenty of pace ahead of him, Richard Kingscote can sit in mid division before making his move around the home turn. If he gets the breaks, he could be tough to beat. Daily Nap record: -2.50pts
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 13:56:58 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 NEWMARKET Spring Lodge Stakes (Handicap) (Formerly The Suffolk Stakes) Cl2 (3yo+) 1m1f ITV 16 runners 2:05 GOODWOOD Matchbook VIP/British EBF Daisy Warwick Fillies' Stakes (Listed Race) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m4f ITV 11 runners 2:20 NEWMARKET Longholes Palace House Stakes (Group 3) Cl1 (3yo+) 5f ITV 9 runners 2:40 GOODWOOD Commission Free Racing At Matchbook Handicap Cl2 (4yo+ 0-100) 7f ITV 15 runners 2:55 NEWMARKET Dunaden Jockey Club Stakes (Group 2) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m4f ITV 5 runners 3:35 NEWMARKET Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Colts & Fillies) Cl1 (3yo) 1m ITV 14 runners
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 13:57:48 GMT
SATURDAY.
SCOOP 6 1:50 NEWMARKET Spring Lodge Stakes (Handicap) (Formerly The Suffolk Stakes) Cl2 (3yo+) 1m1f ITV 16 runners 2:05 GOODWOOD Matchbook VIP/British EBF Daisy Warwick Fillies' Stakes (Listed Race) (Fillies & Mares) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m4f ITV 11 runners 2:40 GOODWOOD Commission Free Racing At Matchbook Handicap Cl2 (4yo+ 0-100) 7f ITV 15 runners 3:05 WETHERBY totesport.com Hunt Cup Handicap Cl2 (4yo+ 0-100) 1m RUK 16 runners 3:35 NEWMARKET Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Colts & Fillies) Cl1 (3yo) 1m ITV 14 runners 4:10 NEWMARKET Hot Streak Handicap Cl2 (3yo 0-100) 6f RUK
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 17:48:27 GMT
SAXON WARRIOR. 9/2.
3.35 Newmarket, Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes
Strong at the finish over a mile (on softer than good) when unbeaten in all three races as 2yo, rallying well once Ryan Moore asked him seriously inside final 1f of Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster after today's rival Roaring Lion had temporarily gone ahead; clear chance that longer trips will be ideal but he's one of the top candidates on form and potential.
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 17:49:40 GMT
8.05 Newcastle
9/2 Independence Day 8:05 Newcastle (AW) Shane Donohoe has been a frequent enough visitor across the Irish Sea to Britain since saddling six winners from just 22 runners in 2009. In 2016, however, he had just three runners and last year he didn't travel across at all, so it is significant he is back. Independence Day won on his first start of 2018 when very well backed at Chelmsford and he has every chance of taking his record this year to two from two, despite a 13lb rise for that three-and-a-half-length success. His new mark of 67 is still some way below a peak figure of 100, back in 2016, but after returning to winning ways he can start a sequence.
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 17:51:14 GMT
Chepstow, 04 May 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jack Duern reported that INCREDIBLE DREAM (IRE), placed fourth, was slowly away.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE PTL PORTABLE TOILETS LTD FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, William Cox reported that PASTAMAKESUFASTER, placed eighth, stopped quickly.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE YOLK RECRUITMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for UNBRIDLED SPIRIT to wear a hood in the Parade Ring. TALLOW (IRE) wore ear plugs which were removed at the start and was given permission to go early to post.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE COUNTY MARQUEES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for GRAND ACCLAIM (IRE) to be led and go early to post.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE NETWORK PRODUCTIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Timmy Murphy reported that RAHMAH (IRE), placed seventh, ran too free early on and the representative of Geoffrey Deacon reported that the gelding was unsuited by the Going of Soft, Heavy in places and would prefer a quicker surface. The representative of Mick Channon reported that FITZWILLY, placed fifth, ran too free early on. View Stewards report Musselburgh, 04 May 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference approaching the winning line when the winner, NICKI’S ANGEL (IRE), ridden by Paul Hanagan interfered with DEEP INTRIGUE, placed second, ridden by Daniel Tudhope. Hanagan was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left without sufficient correction, taking DEEP INTRIGUE slightly off its intended line.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE BOOGIE IN THE MORNING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong when TANASOQ (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Phillip Makin interfered with the winner, ROYAL BRAVE (IRE), ridden by Daniel Tudhope. Makin was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he manoeuvred left in a tight field turning the quarters of ROYAL BRAVE (IRE).
Inside the final half furlong, PEA SHOOTER, placed fifth, edged slightly right causing TOMMY G, unplaced, to be shifted off its intended line and causing a knock on effect to LEXINGTON PLACE, placed seventh and LYDIATE LADY, unplaced. 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 PEA SHOOTER.
Following the race, Phillip Makin reported that TANASOQ (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run. Ben Robinson reported that PEA SHOOTER, placed fifth, was denied a clear run.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE JACKSON BOYD LAWYERS-MORE THAN JUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for CHICKENFORTEA (IRE) and ROYAL CONNOISSEUR (IRE) to go early to post.
Inside the final furlong, SMUGGLERS CREEK (IRE), placed second, hung right moving the winner, SUREYOUTOLDME (IRE), slightly off its intended line, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The performance of COBALTY ISLE (IRE), which started joint favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Keith Dalgleish’s representative’s explanation that the gelding became unbalanced on the undulating track was noted.
Following the race, Jason Hart reported that CHICKENFORTEA (IRE), placed sixth, stumbled leaving the stalls. Josh Quinn reported that ZORAVAN (USA), placed eighth, was denied a clear run. Phil Dennis reported that DONNELLY’S RAINBOW (IRE), placed third, was denied a clear run.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE WEATHERBYS BANK FOREIGN EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race Ben Curtis reported that MOSALIM (IRE), placed fifth, hung left-handed in the straight.
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE CORE (OIL AND GAS) HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) ELITE ICON, trained by Iain Jardine, finished third at Musselburgh the previous day. Having been examined by the Veterinary Officer the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Following the race Paul Hanagan reported that ROYAL COSMIC, placed fifth, had no more to give.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE WEATHERBYS RACING BANK GOLIATH CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) HELOVAPLAN (IRE), ridden by Graham Lee and trained by Bryan Smart had failed to parade. Lee’s explanation was accepted that despite his best efforts the gelding dived left leaving the Parade Ring.
Following the race Lucy Normile reported that ROYAL REGENT, unplaced, was unsuited by the going which was Good to Firm, Good in Places, which was too quick for the gelding. Andrew Mullen reported that MONT ROYAL, unplaced, missed the break.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE WESTERN TOYOTA AYGO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) QUIET MOMENT (IRE), ridden by Rowan Scott and trained by Keith Dalgleish had failed to parade. Being satisfied that this was due to circumstances beyond the riders control, no further action was taken. View Stewards report Newcastle, 04 May 18 Race 1 - 5:10pm THE RUTHERFORD WILKINSON NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Approaching the line, the winner, CELESTIAL FORCE (IRE), ducked sharply right before being quickly corrected, causing the rider of PHOTOGRAPHER, placed second, to have to ease momentarily 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 CELESTIAL FORCE (IRE).
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that EL GHAZWANI (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 3 - 6:20pm THE ADVANTEX HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for HIGHWAYMAN, SERVO (IRE), MR POTTER and LUKOUTOLDMAKEZEBAK to go early to post and for ALLUX BOY (IRE) to go early and be led to post.
SERVO (IRE) reared and slipped in the parade ring, unseating the rider. The gelding was checked by the Veterinary Officer before going to the start, and deemed fit to race.
Approaching 1 ½ furlongs out, ALLUX BOY (IRE), placed sixth, edged marginally left at the same time as HIGHWAYMAN, placed eighth, edged right causing MR POTTER, unplaced, to be momentarily short of 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 ALLUX BOY (IRE) or HIGHWAYMAN.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 1 ½ furlongs out when the winner SERVO (IRE), ridden by Jack Garritty interfered with ALLUX BOY (IRE), placed sixth, ridden by Faye McManoman, which interfered with HIGHWAYMAN, placed eighth, ridden by Tom Eaves, which in turn caused interference to ROMANTIC (IRE), placed seventh, ridden by Luke Morris. Garritty was suspended for 2 days cautioned for careless riding as he had angled out to make his run and in doing so moved ALLUX BOY (IRE) off an intended line onto HIGHWAYMAN who had to be checked and consequently took ROMANTIC (IRE) off its intended line.
Following the race, P.J. McDonald reported that MR POTTER, unplaced, ran too free. View Stewards report Cheltenham, 04 May 18 Race 1 - 4:55pm THE BRIAN BABBAGE MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for SAM CAVALLARO (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
Race 2 - 5:30pm THE CONNOLLY'S RED MILLS INTERMEDIATE POINT-TO-POINT CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) N.R.W. Wright was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of MR MACLENNANE (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Mr Bradley Gibbs, the rider of THEGIRLFROMMILAN (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from the third last fence.
Following the race Mr Tom Strawson reported that DUHALLOW TORNADO (IRE), placed fourth, was slowly away and was never travelling thereafter. The Veterinary Officer reported that BALLYBANE (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame right fore and MAHLERS SPIRIT (IRE), which was pulled up, bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 6:05pm THE HUNT STAFF BENEFIT SOCIETY OPEN HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for LIGHT FLICKER (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only and go early to post and for BALLY RIVER BOY (IRE) to be mounted in the chute and go early to post.
Race 6 - 7:50pm THE CHELTENHAM CLUB OPEN HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) J.P. Hoskins was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of BLAZING BUCK did not comply with the Rules of Racing. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 04 May 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE GUINEAS BETTING AT 188BET SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CHELWOOD GATE (IRE), placed fifth, was lame on its left-hind leg.
Race 2 - 2:20pm THE DAILY RACING SPECIALS AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Trevor Whelan reported that FROZEN BERE (FR), placed seventh, was never travelling, and Shane Kelly reported that APPENZELLER (USA), placed sixth, got upset in the preliminaries.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE BET & WATCH AT 188bet.co.uk "CONFINED" NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Not run in more than four Flat races) Tim Pinfield was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of BAMBAJEE (FR) did not comply with the Rules of Racing
Jim Crowley, the rider of LASHABEEH (IRE), was unseated shortly after leaving the stalls. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that the fall was caused by the colt stumbling and unseating the rider. Being satisfied that no other horse or rider was involved, no further action was taken.
Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that BLACK LACE, unplaced, hung right-handed throughout. Dane O'Neill reported that ERAAD (IRE), placed fourth, had suffered interference when LASHABEEH (IRE) unseated its rider at the start.
Race 4 - 3:20pm THE READ SILVESTRE DE SOUSA AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Sean Leavy reported that AL BARG (IRE), placed third, hung left-handed.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately half a furlong out when the winner, PRINCE AHWAHNEE, ridden by Adam Kirby, interfered with BRANSCOMBE, placed second, ridden by Silvestre De Sousa. The interference was found to be accidental as PRINCE AHWAHNEE had hung quickly left-handed when Kirby pulled his stick through, causing De Sousa to have to take a precautionary check.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE 188BET MOBILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Dane O'Neill reported that ACCOMPLICE, unplaced, hung badly right-handed; the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:20pm THE PLAY ROULETTE AT 188BET CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for BILLY'S BOOTS and HURRICANE ALERT to go early to post.
HURRICANE ALERT, drawn 3, 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.
Following the race, Finley Marsh reported that NUZHA, placed seventh, reared as the stalls opened and was slowly away, Aled Beech reported that PHAROH JAKE, placed fourth, was slowly away, and Gina Mangan reported that DOLLYWAGGON PIKE, placed fifth, hung right-handed.
Race 7 - 4:50pm THE RACING WELFARE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) The winner, ZARRAR (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Wolverhampton on 2 April 2018 where the gelding finished fourth of five, beaten by 28 ½ lengths. The trainer’s representative explained that ZARRAR (IRE) had benefitted from an easy lead on this occasion and a step up in trip from 1 mile 1½ furlongs, to 1 mile 4 furlongs; his explanation was noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that PURPLE JAZZ (IRE), placed second, had lost its left-fore shoe.
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 21:19:32 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Qaroun (4.25 Goodwood, nap)
The son of Dark Angel has always looked the type to do better at three and Sr Michael Stoute's team are just hitting top gear. The three-year-old blew out well on Long Hill on Thursday.
Others to follow Newmarket 1.50 Sharja Bridge, 2.20 Encore D'Or, 2.55 Defoe, 3.30 Expert Eye, 4.10 Barton Mills, 4.45 Key Victory, 5.20 Sam Gold. Goodwood 1.35 Navajo Star, 2.05 Mori, 2.40 Squats, 3.15 Shamshon, 3.50 Shenanigans, 5.00 Honey man. Wetherby 2.30 Istanbul Sultan, 3.05 Humbert, 3.45 Yeah Baby Yeah, 4.20 Fujaira Prince, 4.55 Alwaysandforever. Doncaster 5.15 Toofi, 6.20 Masaarr, 7.20 Roussel, 7.50 Warm Oasis, 8.20 Amourice.
7/4 Qaroun 4:25 Goodwood Lambourn: Nick Deacon
Chagatai (4.10 Newmarket)
Has won two of his three starts so far and justified plenty of stable confidence when winning at Kempton last month after an 11 month absence. Should improve plenty for the outing, and still looks reasonably handicapped.
Others to follow Goodwood 1.35 Fields Of Fortune, 2.40 Graphite Storm, 3.15 Son Of Africa, 3.50 Queen Of Time, 5.00 Groveman. Newmarket 1.50 Brorocco, 4.45 Petrus. Uttoxeter 3.55 Silver Man. 4.30 Lostnfound, Wetherby 2.30 Zatorius, 4.55 Long John Silver. Doncaster 7.50 October Storm, 8.20 Ann With An E.
5/1 Chagatai 4:10 Newmarket West Country: Andrew King
Heluvagood (5.05 Uttoxeter, nap)
Been in good form over hurdles of late and has the scope to do well over fences now his attentions are being turned to chasing.
Others to follow Uttoxeter 1.40 Parwich Lees 2.10 Sizing Cusimano 3.20 Storm Home 3.55 Gingili 4.30 Drinks Interval Doncaster 7.50 Nordic Combined Goodwood 4.25 Alrahaal.
8/1 Heluvagood 5:05 Uttoxeter North: Colin Russell
Caridade (3.45 Wetherby, nap)
Easy winner of a Redcar maiden last season and then ran creditably in a York handicap. Today's trip and ground ideal, and as she is likely to get the run of the race, is fancied to continue the fine run of trainer Kevin Ryan.
Others to follow Doncaster 5.15 Quick Look, 5.50 Broken Spear, 6.20 Kripke, 6.50 Baraweez, 8.20 Rayna's World. Goodwood 2.05 Titi Makfi, 2.40 Right Action, 3.15 Aleef, 3.50 Nyaleti. Hexham 5.35 Mr Snoozy, 6.05 Loch Linnhe, 6.35 Something Brewing, 7.05 Celtic Flames, 7.35 Greensalt, 8.05 Swashbuckle, 8.35 Apache Pilot. Newmarket 1.50 Cote d'Azur, 2.20 Havana Grey, 3.35 Elarqam, 4.10 Vj Day, 4.45 Lynwood Gold, 5.20 Book Of Dreams. Uttoxeter 2.10 Quarry Wizard, 2.45 Sonic, 3.55 Wolf Sword. Wetherby 1.25 Allfredandnobell, 1.55 Broken Wings, 2.30 Indomeneo, 3.05 Gulf Of Poets, 5.30 Mitchum.
15/2 Caridade 3:45 Wetherby Racing Post Ratings: Simon Turner
Equitation (5.15 Doncaster)
Lightly raced sprinter who looks well handicapped on last year's form. Open to notable improvement and likely to be hard to beat.
11/4 Equitation 5:15 Doncaster Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Masaarr (6.20 Doncaster)
Found seven furlongs too short on his seasonal return a month ago but the return to a mile could have the desired effect.
5/2 Masaarr 6:20 Doncaster Longshot: Dave Revers
Cote D'Azur (1.50 Newmarket)
Has form figures of 23 on the Rowley Mile, including a third in the Cambridgeshire last year. Les Eyre's five-year-old is back on a winning mark and offers each-way value.
14/1 Cote D'Azur 1:50 Newmarket Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Mastermind (3.40 Cork)
The Charles O'Brien-trained four-year-old showed some smart form over hurdles since he last ran on the Flat in October and Declan McDonogh's mount gets the vote to get off the mark on the level in today's 1m2f handicap.
3/1 Mastermind 3:40 Cork The Raceform Interactive nugget
Native Gamut (3.20 Uttoxeter)
Alastair Ralph's six runners at Uttoxeter since July last year have produced form figures of 113411 (67 per cent strike-rate), for a £1 level-stakes profit of £13.12. Native Gamut represents him in the beginners' chase over 2m at 3.20.
100/1 Native Gamut 3:20 Uttoxeter
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Post by Kimmy on May 4, 2018 21:20:05 GMT
Spark Plug can run a big race off topweight in the 1.50 at Newmarket. He likes the track and goes very well fresh, so the 182-day absence shouldn’t be a concern.
Ptarmigan Ridge is worth following in the 5.15 at Doncaster. His jockey George Wood has a 27 per cent strike-rate when riding for trainer James Fanshawe at the track.
Henry Candy and Harry Bentley operate at a 38 per cent strike-rate when they team up at Goodwood. They combine with Hidden Affair in the 5.00. His third behind 2,000 Guineas hopeful Raid looks good form and the step up to seven furlongs can see further improvement.
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Post by dennisg on May 5, 2018 6:34:42 GMT
in today's sporting life....................... Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bets at Newmarket and Goodwood on 2000 Guineas day, with a trio of horses fancied in the handicaps. Recommended Bets: Value Bet 2000 Guineas day For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record There is no standout candidate in the QIPCO 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on Saturday with four colts potentially set to dispute favouritism with Gustav Klimt, Saxon Warrior, Elarqam and Masar the quartet that could do battle in the market and on the track. Gustav Klimt is the Friday night favourite, but it’s difficult to argue he deserves that mantle on the bare form and he could well be usurped in the betting by one of the others from the fancied four in the build-up to the season’s first Classic. Saxon Warrior ran like he’d appreciate middle distances as a three-year-old when he won the Racing Post Trophy and he could be vulnerable to a genuine miler, while you could say the same about Masar, to a slightly lesser extent, despite his wide-margin win in the Craven last time. Both are bred for further and could well step up in trip after this, but for Gustav Klimt and Elarqam a mile in May looks absolutely ideal and it’s the latter that appeals more to me following his two wins last year as a juvenile. With track experience in the bag by virtue of his Group Three Tattersalls Stakes win last September, he could well follow in the hoofprints of his parents, Frankel and Attraction, by landing the Guineas for Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum and Mark Johnston. At 5/1 he’s not really a bet for this column, though, and I wasn’t really tempted by an each-way wager on something at a fancy price given the quality at the top of the market. Perhaps it would be dangerous to assume Murillo is a pacemaker for Ballydoyle as he had some good form as a two-year-old and was arguably unlucky not to beat Rajasinghe and Headway in the Coventry Stakes, but the fact is he’s been off for 308 days. Given he’s got entries in races like the King’s Stand and Commonwealth Cup, it’s easy to envisage him dropping back to sprint distances after this and he could well show up well for a long way before weakening out of the places late on. It’s a no-bet race for me, then, but the opening handicap, the Spring Lodge Stakes (1.50), is interesting as there looks to be a distinct lack of pace among the 16 runners. Trulee Scrumptious likes to lead, but she can be ignored being 16lb out of the weights for a yard that seems to be struggling at the moment, and the only other one that likes to be up there is COTE D’AZUR who is worth backing at 20/1 (Betfair Sportsbook, Paddy Power). There’s a very real possibility that he could get the run of the race in this and David Allan could well bag the stands’ rail from stall 10 and dictate on a horse that is dangerous in such a scenario. This time last year he won the Thirsk Hunt Cup off a mark of 93, defying a wide draw when making all, and he ran third in the Cambridgeshire last September, again off a mark of 93, finishing second in the far-side group after leading for much of the contest. He went up 3lb after that but is back down to 93 now after two down-the-field runs, his latest being on the all-weather at Lingfield in February. Last year he ran to a similar level at Wolverhampton on his first run of the year before improving for the switch to turf, and it’s reasonable to assume a fully tuned-up Cote D’Azur will be on show now he’s back on the grass. Given he’s back on the same mark as when he ran a cracker over course and distance in the Cambridgeshire, and considering the possibility of him getting the run of the race, he looks worth getting on side at 20s. Sharja Bridge is an obvious danger and, on the balance of his form, this unexposed four-year-old could be very well-handicapped off 99. His presence tempers enthusiasm for going double-handed in the race, with other shortlisted fancies like Brorocco, Third Time Lucky and Breden at the mercy of how fast they go. A sedate gallop wouldn’t suit that trio. 12 10 Cote d'Azur84 58-8OR: 93BFD 14/1 Form: 06730-8T: J L EyreJ: D Allan Last run Live betting powered by Over at Goodwood the ground is drying and it could well be ‘Good’ by the time they’re off for the Commission Free Racing At Matchbook Handicap (2.40), which is probably good news for the very well-handicapped MASHAM STAR (12/1 Betfair Sportsbook, Paddy Power). Second off a mark of 100 on turf last season, he won off that rating on the all-weather at Chelmsford last September but gets to race off 91 on Saturday thanks in part to a couple of disappointing efforts this year. However, he's better than that and the better ground, return to Goodwood and decreasing handicap mark can help him rediscover his mojo. In the Betfred Mile at the Glorious meeting last year he led the field with a furlong to go off a mark of 97 before fading into sixth, and three weeks later he was a good fifth over seven furlongs off a rating of 100. On those runs he has a good chance off 91 on Saturday and he’s landed the plum draw in stall one as well, with Joe Fanning expected to ensure a prominent position from an early stage. 10 1 Masham Star7 48-12OR: 91D 15/2 Form: 105-373T: M JohnstonJ: J Fanning Last run Live betting powered by He’s likely to be joined by stablemate Love Dreams on the front end, as well as the Richard Fahey-trained pair, so with a possible strong gallop in mind it’s probably not a bad idea to have a closer on side and at 33s (bet365) I can’t resist the veteran PASTORAL PLAYER. Hughie Morrison’s charge is 11-years-old now and he’s not the easiest of rides, but Charlie Bennett knows him well and first time up in a hell-for-leather handicap around here is not a bad time to catch him. His seasonal reappearance form figures are 1-2-1-6-7-6-2-8-2 and he’s got loads of form around Goodwood, including two wins in seven-furlong handicaps off ratings of 84 and 85. He’s not out of this off 86 on Saturday – he won off 87 at Epsom last July - and from stall four with a likely good pace to aim at, he could well defy his advancing years if he has a charmed run and gets the breaks. At 33s, it’s worth rolling the dice. 14 4 Pastoral Player175 118-7OR: 86CD 22/1 Form: 261460-T: H MorrisonJ: Charlie Bennett (3) Last run Live betting powered by Posted at 1700 BST on 04/05/18. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +368.14pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on May 5, 2018 6:37:55 GMT
Simon Holt expects Aidan O'Brien to win the QIPCO 2000 Guineas - but not with the colt who currently heads the market. Recommended bets: Simon Holt ALTHOUGH apparently Aidan O'Brien's second-string runner, SAXON WARRIOR is still fancied to prove himself one of the best colts of his generation in Satruday's Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket. Unbeaten in three starts as a two-year-old, the son of Deep Impact was hugely impressive, I thought, when battling back to beat Roaring Lion in the Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster last October on the strength of which he appeared to be Ballydoyle's most obvious contender for the colts classics in 2018. The form of that victory is now sending out mixed messages with the runner-up well beaten behind Masar on his reappearance in the Craven Stakes and third-placed The Pentagon also well beaten on his reappearance. However, it is interesting that Roaring Lion still takes his chance here and the form of the Doncaster fourth Verbal Dexterity looked very strong beforehand. It's possible Saxon Warrior (the mount of Donnacha O'Brien) has not been as impressive at home recently compared to his stable-companion Gustav Klimt (Seamie Heffernan) who overcame a lengthy absence since winning the Superlative Stakes at Newmarket last July when beating three others in the Leopardstown Guineas Trial last month. That form looks a bit questionable as does the quality of his Newmarket win, though the son of Galileo did well to overcome a few traffic problems before beating Guineas outsider Nebo by a head. Overall, he looks much worse value than Saxon Warrior on form. 13 9 Saxon Warrior189 39-0OR: 119D 7/2 Form: 111-T: A P O'BrienJ: D O'Brien Last run Live betting powered by The well-bred Elarqam, the result of a dream union between the Guineas winners Frankel and Attraction, is very hard to assess on his course (7f) defeat of Tip Two Win last September and earlier debut win at York. Mark Johnston's colt is certainly made for this test but probably needs to improve plenty from those two victories. Meanwhile, Masar's nine-length Craven romp was something of a revelation, though he certainly enjoyed the run of the race. The Godolphin colt, a particularly good mover, ran well enough behind 1000 Guineas favourite Happily in the Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere over Arc weekend at Chantilly last October and can probably be forgiven subsequent defeats at the Breeders Cup (checked three furlongs out) and at Meydan on dirt. If his Craven win can be believed, he has a massive chance but it is unlikely he will enjoy such an easy time on the front end this time. On one piece of form, Expert Eye would be the one to beat as he was hugely impressive when slamming Zaman (a winner in Dubai since) and subsequent Feilden Stakes winner Mildenberger (James Garfield fourth) in the Vintage Stakes at Goodwood last August. The son of Acclamation got very worked up before finishing last in the Dewhurst next time (finished lame) and then pulled hard again when beaten by James Garfield on his reappearance in the Greenham at Newbury (Hey Gaman third), Raid fourth). It is hard to know what to make of Expert Eye now, but he must learn to settle. Earlier, ALPHA DELPHINI can show the benefit of his reappearance second at Musselburgh in the Group Three Longholes Palace House Stakes. On heavy ground, Brian Smart's seven-year-old couldn't quite hold off Kylang Rock that day but, as was the case last year when he finished eighth to Marsha in this race before finishing a close third to Priceless in the Temple Stakes at Haydock, he could prove at his best with the run under his belt. The more the ground dries, the better. Alpha Delphini is one of those sprinters who has reached a higher level of form with age, and he was in fine form last autumn winning at Beverley and Musselburgh, on each occasion having the re-opposing Ornate behind him. The obvious favourite is Havana Grey, a smart two-year-old last season when beating this week's Ascot winner Invincible Army in the Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood amongst a string of consistent efforts. However, Karl Burke's colt must prove he has trained on plus life can be difficult for three-year-old sprinters especially in the early part of the season. Mabs Cross, a winner four times on the bounce last term, is the other leading contender after going under by a neck in a listed race at Bath recently, though this does demand more. 1 9 Alpha Delphinip35 79-6OR: 107BFD 5/1 Form: 28711-2T: B SmartJ: G Lee Last run
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Post by dennisg on May 5, 2018 6:40:37 GMT
Soliloquy is fancied to provide Charlie Appleby with Classic success on Sunday - we round up all the gossip and tips from the major trainer centres. Catching Pigeons: Weekend fancies 2.05 Goodwood - Saturday 8 9 Mori218 49-0OR: 106C 11/4 Form: 511276-T: Sir Michael StouteJ: P J Dobbs Last run Live betting powered by 6.20 Doncaster - Saturday 4 4 Masaarr28 39-6OR: 88BFD 5/2 Form: 31-3T: R VarianJ: David Egan (3) Last run Live betting powered by 2.55 Newmarket - Sunday 2 11 Magical Memory17 69-9OR: 108CD 10/1 Form: 1403-04T: C HillsJ: L Dettori Last run 3.35 Newmarket - Sunday 12 9 Soliloquy18 39-0OR: 109CD 11/2 Form: 21-1T: C ApplebyJ: W Buick Last run Gustav Klimt may not look the greatest value to give Aidan O'Brien his third 2000 Guineas in four years, but he is the subject of some impressive work reports and looks the pick of the bunch for the QIPCO-sponsored first Classic at Newmarket on Saturday. Not for the first time, the Coolmore team have taken a while to come to hand during what has been a very peculiar spring, but Gustav was able to win the trial at Leopardstown in great style, despite sidestepping the rest of the season after impressing in the Superlative Stakes at Newmarket in July. Although this will be his first attempt at a mile, connections seem to think it is his ideal trip, and they have him well primed and ready to tackle a classy home team, headed perhaps by Expert Eye, who should step up considerably on his comeback effort at Newbury. Clive Cox's team are housed in one of the highest spots in the Lambourn Valley, and some of his horses have taken a while to come to terms with the cold spring. Chagatai was one exception, however, and he is fancied to follow up his comeback win at Kempton in the Hot Streak Handicap. A smart if somewhat wayward two-year-old last season, he was gelded after his campaign was cut short and he still looks on a good mark, now he appears to be back on the straight and narrow. The Beechdown team are now blossoming with the warmer weather, and Cox looks a trainer to follow from here on in. Earlier on the Classic card, Sharja Bridge is seemingly well forward ahead of his return to action in the Spring Lodge Stakes Handicap, while stablemate Defoe shouldn't be missed in the Group Two Dunaden Jockey Club Stakes. The grey has done well since winning the John Porter at Newbury last month and can take the next step along the road towards the Hardwicke at Royal Ascot. Stable companion Sam Gold also deserves respect in the QIPCO Racing Welfare Handicap, but marginal preference is for Symbolization who should relish the step up to a mile after coming out second best behind Purser at the Craven Meeting. Mori did not quite live up to expectations as a three-year-old, but she has undergone surgery on her breathing and is fancied to make her mark in the Listed Matchbook Daisy Warwick Stakes at Goodwood. Her preparation on the Limekilns this spring has gone as well as expected given the torrid weather conditions, and her work looks a rung or two above what she was capable of for most of last season. Mori (l) and Coronet battle out the finish Mori (left) and Coronet (yellow hat) should be kept on-side when they return Division one of the Better Odds With Matchbook "Confined" Novice Stakes looks a competitive heat but Qaroun is well set to put up a bold show on his return to action. Sir Michael Stoute's runners are just clicking into top gear and while this Dark Angel colt is bound to improve for the first run since the middle of August, he's shaping well in his prep work and could be up to defying weight all round. Groveman was a promising juvenile to lose strategic parts of his anatomy after his first campaign and he looks sure to go well on his comeback in the Matchbook Casino Handicap. His work was of a high quality last summer, but things fell apart a little after his first outing and he looks worth persevering with. He appears nicely weighted on his home ability here and should go well at a decent price. Whatever he achieves here, he is worth noting. Henry Candy sends an interesting squad to the Sussex course and expects a good run from Queen Of Time in the Listed Matchbook Free Conqueror Stakes. She developed into a very useful filly in the first half of last season, but has not been seen since finishing second at the Sandown Eclipse meeting last July. Paco's Angel, who finished behind her that day, is entitled to come out on top this time around, but the Candy team have run into form and Queen Of Time is preferred despite her lack of a recent run. Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife 🏇🏻 2000 GUINEAS PREVIEW 🎥 🏇🏻 Get in the know with @daveord and @benlinfoot as they look ahead to this weekend's racing at @newmarketrace 11:59 AM - May 4, 2018 3 See Sporting Life's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy Masaarr can recoup Wolverhampton losses in the Fine And Country Handicap at Doncaster. There were some glum faces at the Roger Varian institute when this three-year-old was beaten on that comeback effort, but he was not fit enough and he will be much sharper this time. He looks reasonably weighted and star apprentice David Egan takes off a handy 3lb. Humbert and Original Choice will both have their supporters in Wetherby's totesport.com Hunt Cup Handicap but it could be worth waiting for the second division of the totesport Download The App Novice Stakes, in which Alwaysandforever appeals. The Teofilo filly found only Riddlesdale winner Coronet too good first time out and won by 14 lengths under Ryan Moore in a two-runner race at Brighton in September. She's wintered well and should make up into a smart four-year-old. On the subject of Coronet, Frankie Dettori has been spotted riding her on Water Hall this week and she's apparently making good progress towards a comeback in the Middleton Stakes at York later in the month. Coronet Click the image to add Coronet to your My Stable tracker Soliloquy may enjoy the drying ground a little better than Dan's Dream and looks to have a great chance of winning the QIPCO 1000 Guineas for Godolphin and Charlie Appleby at Newmarket on Sunday. A slightly disappointing second on her debut as a juvenile at the July course here in August, she made no mistake on her only other outing as a two-year-old at Ascot. However, she looked a much improved performer when she put her rivals to bed very impressively in the Nell Gwyn Stakes at the Craven meeting here last month. Given her first win came over this trip, the step up to a mile poses no problems and connections have been delighted with her progress since that success. It could be fantastic day for Appleby who has started the campaign in blistering form, with Wuheida looking a different class to her opposition in the Charm Spirit Dahlia Stakes. The trainer was thrilled to bits to win another Breeders' Cup race with this one-time Oaks fancy and keeping her in training at four should prove a highly fruitful move if all goes to plan. Magical Memory bounced back from a poor effort in the Middle East to run a sound race behind Brando in a good quality Abernant Stakes here last month, and should go well on his return to this level in the Longholes.com Handicap. He has tackled Group company for the most part since his famous win in the Stewards' Cup, but has sunk a little in the ratings recently and looks worth a try in a handicap again. He has worked with plenty of zest since his latest effort. He's Amazing, a stablemate of Chatagai, showed promise as a juvenile and produced a solid effort when chasing home Raymond Tusk on his reappearance at the Newbury April meeting. He has come on for the run and should go well in the QIPCO Supports British Racing Handicap. The step up to ten furlongs from a mile is expected to suit.
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Post by dennisg on May 5, 2018 6:42:33 GMT
Aidan O'Brien was at Churchill Downs on Friday morning to oversee Mendelssohn's final preparations for the 144th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The three-year-old will bid to become the first European-trained horse in history to win the 'Run for the Roses' and appears to hold strong claims following a scintillating display in the UAE Derby on the dirt at Meydan last month. O'Brien has long thought the American-bred colt could be a contender for America's most famous race and was pleased after seeing his youngster enjoy a spin on the track under former Champion Hurdle-winning jockey Dean Gallagher. O'Brien said: "He had a canter (on Thursday) and just did it a little bit quicker today (Friday), but really it was just showing him round the place and showing him the track. "He has an unbelievable pedigree for this part of the world. I'm not qualified enough to talk about dirt, but Dean rode him and was very happy with how he went over the surface." Trainer Aidan O'Brien watches Mendelssohn going through his exercise Trainer Aidan O'Brien watches Mendelssohn going through his exercise Observers at Churchill Downs have remarked how much noise Mendelssohn has been making prior to his work, but O'Brien is unconcerned. He added: "He has a big personality. We always try to encourage horses to develop a personality and he has developed a big one. "Even though he's vocal and he cries out and calls to horses, he isn't coltish. It's more of a mental thing than anything and when we put the blinkers on him it totally focused his mind." Mendelssohn travelled to America to win the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf at the end of his two-year-old campaign and made a successful reappearance on the all-weather at Dundalk before his demolition job in Dubai. "We've been very happy with him since Dubai. We haven't overdone him and we think he's here fresh," O'Brien told www.bloodhorse.com. "The lads always felt he could be a Kentucky Derby horse. We felt he was a horse that had a chance of acting on the dirt. For us he has progressed nicely and he's passed the tests we've asked of him so far. That's why we're here today." Asked what it mean to him to win the Kentucky Derby, O'Brien said: "It would be something that we couldn't really dream of. "We feel so privileged to be here, to have a horse here and be able to compete. I usually watch the race on television. It's an incredible race, an incredible race and incredible culture here." Ryan Moore travels to ride Mendelssohn, giving up the chance to win the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket for a third time. The pair blitzed their rivals from the front in Dubai, but O'Brien is unsure whether he will be able to employ such forceful tactics this weekend. He said: "I would imagine that he'll be some way forward. I haven't spoken to Ryan and Ryan will always decide. "I think there's pace on his inside. He made the running in Meydan but I wouldn't be sure that'll make it here. That will be Ryan's decision when the gates open."
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Post by Kimmy on May 5, 2018 7:46:19 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Cork GOING: SOFT TO HEAVY WEATHER: Partly cloudy Doncaster GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 6.2) (Rail movements; R6 & 7 +6y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; Round course - Inside NON RUNNERS: 8:20 Endless Tangent (3) Goodwood GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.3) WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: Straight course - Stands' side; 1m2f & 1m4f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:35 Counterfeiter (5) 3:50 Peak Princess (3) 5:00 Ballyquin (1)Sharp Inntake (11) Hexham GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places; GoingStick 6.8) (Selective watering) (Rail movements: R1, 2, 3, 6 & 7 +30y, R4 & 5 +42y) WEATHER: Mostly sunny Newmarket GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 7.3; Stands' side 7.4; Centre 7.3; Far side 7.3) (Stands' side course) (Rail movements: R3 +13y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Stands' side Uttoxeter GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (good, good to soft in places hurdles course; GoingStick: Chs 6.7, Hdl 7.3) (Rail movements: R1 & 3 +122y, R2 +91y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Wetherby GOING: GOOD TO SOFT WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Outside; 1m2f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:55 Sketching (9) Wexford GOING: SOFT (Heavy in places) WEATHER: Partly cloudy
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