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- AUTHOCELTIC (3) has his first run in France after a promising second-place run in a Grade 2 hurdle at Chepstow in the United Kingdom. He can score from KARASTIC (1) who won last time at this track in late March. CHANCE DE BALLON (6) can improve from his third at Argentan in a Class 4 race and is one to watch closely in the betting market. LIGHT OF HEART (4) is capable of making the frame after a good run at this track when second last time.
- LUIZA BERE (1) ran well when third in a Class 1 race in mid-April having been off the track since November when third in a Listed race. She can be sharper for her recent run and looks like the best option in this race. MAY IT BE (5) is lightly raced and has a good deal more to come. She looks like the main threat. SWEET SUNDOWNER (4) is also one to keep safe after a credible run in a Class 2 race last time when second.
- WAL CASSANDRE (1) ran a pleasing race last time when second at Durtal last month and has solid claims of going one better today. DON DU CIEL (2) won last time at Blain and is possibly the main danger to the selection. IDYLLE D'ALENE (4) is also a last-time out winner at Blain and that was her debut in a cross-country race so she can only improve from that experience. FARASILVER (3) is also worth a mention.
- WILD PANSY (5) was a good second in a Group 3 race in Italy last time and can take this prize for her owners Godolphin. AMNERIS (6) was a pleasing second in a Listed race at Deauville in December and could well be the main threat to the selection. PIENSA EN MI (9) is one to keep safe and is improving with experience, she deserves to try and win a Pattern race. SECRETIVE (7) heads the remainder.
- KABRIOLE D'AINAY (7) won her first two races over hurdles, including a Class 1 race at Pau and was a good fifth in a Listed hurdle last time at the same venue. She can score on her debut over fences. IVOIRE DE BALLON (3) won well on only his second start on his chase debut at Blain in mid-April and can only step forward from that outing. SACHRISTINE (6) has nice form over hurdles and can be on the premises on her chase debut. KARAMBA DE GUYE (1) makes up the shortlist.
- ON LOCKDOWN (1) ran well last time and is the selection despite having top-weight. His main rival could be TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL (11) who was third at Nantes in a Class 4 handicap when last seen in mid-April. BON ESPRIT (3) is one for the each-way backers to look at if emulating his run two starts ago when third at Le Mans. ILATRAYA (5) has been below par of late but is capable of being involved.
- EVER FORGET ME (1) is a solid performer in these type of races and has shown a liking for this racecourse with a recent win in early April. He could have the most to fear from MISS LAURA (10) who has won five races in a row and number six is not out of the question. ELCOND'OR FORLONGE (6) is an honest performer and can not be ruled out of the equation. HARRY BROWN (3) heads the remainder.
- JERIMADETH (2) is the tentative selection in an open handicap with a lot of the runners out of form. HYPNOTIZED (6) warrants respect and could be the main rival to the selection. PREDETERMINED (5) is not the most consistent of performers but is capable on his day and can not be ruled out. TWIN BOY (3) has dropped slightly in the ratings and if getting back to form he can feature.
- GATTOPARDO (5) finished 2nd in consecutive outings on the PSF at Chantilly but probably wasn't suited to the heavy ground at that course when only 5th over this distance last time. On the evidence of his previous performances, and with Christophe Soumillon engaged, he ought to make amends by opening his account. He will, however, have to thwart MISSION ALPHA (8), after an eye-catching 2nd on her reappearance at Toulouse, and COL DU PRE' (3), who has the form and experience to pose a threat.
- SIXTINE BAAL (15) looked the winner for much of the way at Moulins last time but was dominated in the finish by Pleasman. He only needs to repeat that performance to win a race of this nature. NOTRE HISTOIRE (13) made an encouraging reappearance last time and is also a candidate for success judged on that display. GOLD AND CASH (3) ought to acquit himself competitively in this company, along with REMIX (7) who is in good form and physical condition.
- ABSTRACT (3) beat a field that included recent Group III runner-up Almara when winning on debut last year, so shouldn't be judged solely on her reappearance (6th on very heavy ground in a 1400m Group III at Deauville last month). This step up to a mile should unlock improvement and it could pay to follow her progress. LA MANDALA (2) fits a similar profile after finishing unplaced (7th) at Group III level after an impressive winning debut over this trip and, as such, could pose a threat. Last-start winner OBSESS (5) and exciting first-start scorer SOLINAH (6), one of 4 debut winners in the race, aren't underestimated.
- Veteran CHARLES LEGEND (7) is enjoying a good spell and will again be ridden by Maxime Guyon, so constitutes a solid base. Older rival SAVILE ROW (1) caught the eye with a reassuring 5th last time and, along with consistent LADY VALOU (13), ought to give cheek to the selection. LISAYANE (9), with the aid of Anaelle Mekouche's allowance, hard-knocker ASLAN SENORA (3), and resurgent MA BEREZINA (12) are competitive for a spot on the podium.
- THOMAS SHELBY (2) has been out of sorts lately but is better than his current form suggests and represents a stable in good form, so is worth siding with in a race of this nature off his current mark. ANTICO (1) is unexposed and ought to pose a threat if improving in his first outing on turf. DURYTHME (5), having finished 2nd in each of three starts, and IGNOL (8), who finished 5th over track and trip last time, have the means to make their presence felt too. TANIS (9) and EN PLEIN AIR (10) complete the shortlist.
- Consistent HALF HALF (5) acquitted himself competitively (3rd) in a recent course-and-distance Quinte+ off his current mark, so could return to winning ways with a repeat of that performance in this similar contest. LANAKEN (7), who finished 5th in the same race, is likely to pose the biggest threat although highly regarded ZOOM (10) isn't incapable of doing so either on his reappearance. BREIZH SKY (1) and BREIZH EAGLE (3) complete the shortlist.
- MCTENETT (1) performed well enough on his handicap debut in this category over the same course and distance, finishing an encouraging 7th despite an unfavourable trip. So, it could pay to take a chance on him opening his account on French soil in this Quinte+ event. ZEPLACETOBE (13) and ALI (7) also acquitted themselves well in the same race so, logically, should attract support too. KOSLOVKA (6), who beat the three aforementioned rivals last time, ought to remain competitive under a penalty. SPEZIAL (9), GRAY FIGHTER (8) and ROSE ACADEMY (14) appeal most of the remainder.
- ZIPPERE (1) has demonstrated commendable consistency in handicaps and benefits from the 2kg allowance of her rider, so is good value to resume winning ways. JOAO (6) finished a reassuring 2nd at Chantilly last time and should pose a threat to the selection if confirming that improvement. VICTORY CAT (12), DOWNEVA (2) and PRINCE GEORGE (11) are place-getters, though GALALITHE (9) isn't incapable of getting into the picture either.
- INOUIE TIEPY (1) is expected to bounce back after failing to finish last time out and on the form that she represents, she looks to be the one to beat. I RUN (5) won well against weaker and seems capable of being effective now rising in division. BABY BUSINESS (2) comes into this with useful form and should make her presence felt. PARC DE BELLEVILLE (3) is fairly consistent and should be on the premises once again.
- KISS FROM NIKY (2) has grown an extra leg since going chasing and is now looking for three victories in a row. She looks to be a promising chaser in the making. WINSTONPRESIDENT (4) has taken on some strong fields over hurdles and this appears as a suitable starting point in his chasing career. EDITION ORIGINALE (7) just found one too good last time out and she could make her presence felt on her chasing debut. INNOVANTE (3) is held by the top choice on form but is capable of earning.
- SAIL ON (2) produced an encouraging display and looks likely to take a significant step forward on that performance in a weak race. SUPER BEND (1) has improved steadily in all three efforts and has found the right type of race to go close. UN CHIC CHEVAL (6) could have something to offer with a clean run in transit. MARSELAN (4) will need to be taken seriously if the market vibes are strong.
- LADY MARTA (1) takes a significant drop in class and should put her best foot forward in what looks to be the right race for her to potentially notch up that maiden win. TOP DAAY (2) has winning form to her name and she looks to be the main threat. NEPTUNE DU LUY (5) has shown solid improvement in recent starts and should be on the premises once again. NEOPTOLEME (2) can show up positively if jumping cleanly throughout.
- INFRA ROUGE (4) was thought good enough of to compete in a Listed race last time, was a winner three runs back and can bounce right back to best here. OKTENTE (6) ran an absolute cracker in a Group 3 race last time finishing second. She jumps well and has a bright chance. PERMAFROST (1) comes in to the race fresh off a victory and can follow up. VIF CREEK (3) is lightly raced and surely has more to offer. Should be in the shake up.
- LAZYM (1) has placed seven times from as many starts and looks cherry ripe for the win. His last run was in a Handicap and based on that alone should be tough to beat. WOOTTON MELODY (3) has had a lot less racing that the first choice and might still show some signs of inexperience. In saying that, he clearly is a decent sort in the making and can make a race of it. SPEED LIGHT (2) ran a forward race on debut and with natural progression can get much closer. GODAKA (5) has a strong place chance.
- GOLDINO BELLO (3) has won his last two in impressive fashion and is confidently selected to reel off the hat trick. His last victory came at Divonne over 1700m. LET THERE BE ROCK (2) was last seen in a competitive Handicap when 7th. He does have solid overall form and will be very competitive. Strong each way claims. SEE THE LIGHT (6) is getting closer with each and every run. He has strong claims and is a must for all bets. AMRITA (7) can do better and is worth including the quartet.
- TECHNO BEAT (8) finished an eye catching second on debut at this very course and with natural improvement, should be very hard to oppose. SHOLTO (1) improved drastically at the second time of asking and should not be a maiden for too much longer. Strong each way chance. LAVENDIN (4) improved when third last time and again has a strong place chance. A BEAUREGARD (5) can be forgiven for his last run and included in the quartet.
- SAINT LANGIS (3) brings consistent form into the race and did finish a neat 2nd at Fontainebleau over 3000m last time. He was a winner at his penultimate start and is confidently selected to win. ZLARA (1) is a tad erratic but on best form can place. PASIPHAE (5) is running well and in competitive handicaps. She is one for the shortlist and can finish in the first three. FEEDESREVES (6) can be included in most bets, especially the quartet.
- IPPON MAGIC (9) returns from a lengthy break but if fit could win a race like this. HOLLYWOOD ACE (14) is in good form and is fit and ready to make a challenge of it. IXOR DE L'ITON (13) was in good form before the last-start disqualification and can bounce back to score. ISTICIA JENILOU (7) is in good form and should be right there involved with the finish yet again.
By Michael Graham - A tricky contest. I AM SUPERMAN is the highest rated, but would prefer better ground. He does have one notable piece of form on heavy ground when runner-up in a Group 1 Handicap in Australia, so could be worth chancing on his return to action. Conversely, Laugh A Minute will love the ground, but this hasn't been his trip for some time and could stretch him. He is match fit from a victory over an extended 5f at Naas last month, though. Fiscal Rules is entitled to come on from his unplaced run at the Curragh having been off for almost three years while the talented Quar Shamar would prefer better ground.
By Michael Graham - DARK VIPER can oblige on his fourth start this season. He posted two runner-up finishes in the Curragh and over this trip at Naas, and wasn't beaten far when last seen finishing sixth in a massive field at the Curragh. Plenty of cut in the ground is very suitable for him. The last couple of times that Wayne Hassett has partnered Victor's Choice she has finished runner-up in Galway and over C%26D. I Bid You Ajou has to prove he wants this ground, but would be a contender if he handles it while Always Love You could improve from a fourth place in Sligo last weekend.
By Michael Graham - PASSIONATE is a well-bred filly who could exploit a mark of 63 in her first handicap. There was some promise in her seventh in a big field at the Curragh and that form is working out well. She goes to work from the best draw in stall one. The experienced Manhattan Dandy arrives in form after a victory at Leopardstown and a third place over C%26D. Adhuil has put in his best performances at this track in more recent times, so should give Rebecca Parsons a good spin. A change of headgear can spark improvement in low-grade handicaps so Arthur's Victory, in blinkers and with the champion jockey booked, might show more.
By Michael Graham - GO GIRL GO has prospects up in trip and dropped into a claimer. She has posted two runner-up finishes, from her six outings, in Navan (where she handled cut in the ground) and in Dundalk. Sylkie was third over an extended 1m2f in Sligo on Sunday and also has placed form over 7f, so this trip shouldn't inconvenience her. Moutarde won a handicap over a mile on penultimate start in Naas and perhaps found the trip too far in Sligo when he finished two places behind Sylkie, while Alto Sax has enough form in the book to make him a player, but this ground doesn't look ideal.
By Michael Graham - FAST TARA could be up to defying top weight. She kept very good company since winning her maiden in Cork last year and wasn't beaten far into fifth in a valuable handicap at the Curragh on her first start for Joseph O'Brien last month. She holds a Group 2 entry for this month. Independent Expert was only just behind her in eighth in that aforementioned race and has to be respected while Perfect Poise was only collared close home in Leopardstown and improvement should be forthcoming. First Snow Moon won a fillies' maiden in France almost a year ago and the market should be informative ahead of her Irish debut.
By Alan Magee - ATA RANGI made a promising debut on testing ground in a 20-runner maiden at the Curragh last backend and the Henry de Bromhead-trained gelding also shaped well when reappearing again over a mile at Cork last month. Aratayvo’s second to Bright Stripes in a Naas maiden last year received a timely boost when the winner landed the Tetrarch Stakes at the Curragh on Monday, while Miss Tapley is another for the shortlist having been placed on both outings over seven furlongs including when third behind Buttermere Ridge here last month. Vestigia and Sobriety Blue are others to note in a competitive maiden.
By Alan Magee - VALLEYOFTHEEAGLES won a maiden hurdle at Killarney this time last year on his second run back after a lengthy break and hopefully he can repeat the trick now on the Flat. The Martin Hassett-trained gelding only failed by a head to peg back Rumi when reappearing over course and distance last month with Dark Miss and The Truant both behind. There is little to choose between Make Good and Folly Beach on running behind Nostra Casa in a 19-runner Navan handicap over a similar trip last month, while Highland Train ran well at Dundalk last time and has scope for further improvement. Pigeon House enters calculations having landed a highly competitive handicap hurdle at Punchestown last week.
By Tom Weekes - TIGER BAY QUEEN hasn't run since winning a Listed bumper in April 2023 and is fragile but her novice status might, recently, have be preserved for this fresh new season, which is encouraging. She has clearly had training issues and indeed returned from 436 days off to win at Fairyhouse but is just a six-year-old and can do well over hurdles. Russellsbelle has a race-fitness edge and ran well at Tramore recently. She will be suited by drying ground and today she again receives weight from previous winners but should struggle to beat an on-song selection. Smiling Bess is out of a Grade 1-placed mare and while her recent form is on testing ground, has form on yielding.
By Tom Weekes - NEW YORK STYLE is a lightly-raced seven-year-old who returns from a 147-days absence but has shown enough to suggest she can with this ordinary maiden. Runner-up on bumper debut in October 2022 before missing 378 days, she ran well in a useful Naas maiden in December (from which the winner was subsequently Listed-placed and the fifth later won) and a reproduction would give her every chance. Fairyland Opera is a granddaughter of high-class Opera Hat and while beaten 22 lengths on her maiden hurdle debut, should progress. Bumper winner Cash The Cheque debuts for a new yard and has useful form on good ground but returns from a winter's break and carries a penalty.
By Tom Weekes - MILK MARKET ran well having stepped up to this distance for the first time at Bellewstown last month and should compete from just 3lb higher. He had previously run well at two-miles at Limerick last October but his most recent run offered more encouragement and drying ground should also suit. Oneforgonzo has himself shown good form over staying distances and while he is 9lb higher than when winning here last month, could continue to progress further, although his best form is on easy ground. Hunting Brook finished fifth behind the selection at Bellewstown last month but wasn't beaten far and won two similar handicaps last November, albeit on soft ground, with first-time blinkers applied today.
By Tom Weekes - KNOW THE GAME has won just once from 19 career runs but that sole win was gained at this distance and ran well at Limerick recently. He is largely dependable in this sphere and having been beaten just a nose by today's rival Freddie Robdal at Tramore in April 2023, is 6lb better off today. Freddie Robdal has a similar profile, being ground-versatile and suited by this distance and should again compete as he in form. Heavy-ground three-time winner Pana To Milan's only previous attempts racing on a sound surface were in maiden hurdles in 2022 and while she disappointed on her latest run, is interesting racing on a different surface today and has winning distance form.
By Alan Magee - EASY FELLA won twice in staying hurdles last season including on his first start for Henry de Bromhead at Thurles in December and was subsequently second to the long odds-on High Class Hero. He looks an exciting recruit to fences. Slip Of The Tongue has plenty of experience over fences but was well beaten in handicaps on both outings earlier this year, while Jasmin De Cotte and Varna Gold both made promising starts over fences last time. The latter had Nine Graces behind when third to the selection’s stablemate Music Of Tara at this venue last month but Barry Connell’s mare was challenging when making a bad mistake two out and looks a greater threat. Prairie Dancer is another to consider.
By Alan Magee - MA BESS won a point-to-point at Dromahane last spring and has shown plenty of promise since in bumpers including when beating all bar hot favourite Ivana in an 18-runner Limerick event. The Terence O’Brien-trained mare appears versatile in terms of ground conditions and also put in a creditable effort when fourth to Aurora Vega in a Listed bumper at Gowran last autumn. Jasmine D’Airy has filled the runner-up spot on both point-to-point outings this year for Sam Curling and Derek O’Connor is a significant booking, while Miss Penny Copper and Wyoming Baby both won last time between the flags and are others to consider.
By Alan Magee - JACKSTELL was placed on both point-to-point starts for Denis Murphy before joining current connections at a cost of 70,000 pounds in December. He was third on debut at Ballycrystal in a race that has thrown up a couple of subsequent winners and it will be interesting to see how strong he is in the market here. Block Rockin Beats has joined Terence O’Brien since beating Milo Miller at Castlelands in March and the runner-up has gone one better since. Kerlogue won his only point start at Punchestown in February while Mic Drop and Val Venus are others to consider having also scored between the flags last time. Norr’s Cross has been let down by his jumping in two point starts this year.
- BATCHELOR BOY is a four-time winner at this venue and arrives following a comfortable 5f success at Yarmouth. Stepping back up in trip shouldn't pose any problems, and a 5lb rise is fair, so he looks the one to beat. Firenze Rosa wasn't beaten far off this mark over C&D nine days ago and she is entitled to improve for that first outing since October. Twayblade could also run well under 1000 Guineas-winning rider Silvestre De Sousa.
- After a slow start and getting outpaced early doors, there was much to like about the way TILL IT SHINES stayed on for third at Bath on debut and she makes plenty of appeal stepping up from that extended 5f trip. Havana Force wears first-time cheekpieces and can at least reach the frame once more, while the dropped-in-class Ethandun and progressive filly Dusk Dame are others to keep an eye on.
- ELFORLEATHER comfortably won a similar C&D event recently and a 6lb penalty probably won't be enough to anchor him if able to reproduce that level of performance. Touching Hands certainly wasn't disgraced when fourth that day and she is entitled to improve for the comeback run. Seasonal debutant Checkmeout needs to prove that she stays this far, but did produce some solid efforts in defeat during her juvenile campaign.
- CHINTHURST found only one too strong when attempting to complete a Brighton brace over C&D last week. Jim Boyle's four-year-old is a standing dish at the seaside venue and can make the most of running off 1lb lower than his revised rating. Calshot Spit has hit the crossbar on his last couple of starts and drops in trip, as does Basilette, who had to settle for third when the subject of a Salisbury gamble last weekend. Winning hurdler Hill Spirit could be fairly treated on his handicap bow.
- Voodoo Ray showed the benefit of a winter break when making a successful comeback here last week. His penalty leaves him vulnerable, with similar comments applying to Heer's Sadie, who struck over C&D a day later. ADACE was just a length back in second on that occasion and, at the revised weights, she can gain her revenge. Mudlahhim, fourth as favourite, doesn't have too much ground to make up on them and is another to consider.
- Those who kept the faith with WEDGEWOOD following a couple of seconds as favourite were rewarded when she strode away from her rivals at Lingfield last week. Back on turf, she is able to compete off a mark 9lb lower than her revised all-weather rating and can take full advantage. She hasn't actually won on the grass before and if the surface does prove her undoing, C&D winners I'm Mable, Street Parade and Confederation are good enough to capitalise.
- Megan Jordan rode the winner of a similar race at Salisbury last weekend and, with her confidence likely to be high, there could be more success on the horizon if Q TWENTY BOY continues to flourish on the back of last month's return to form at Wolverhampton. Due Date and Amaysmont can also go well, but Alfred Cove might pose a bigger threat off 3lb below his last winning mark.
- Lakota Spirit has displayed promise on each of her two previous starts and is one to monitor closely in the betting for an in-form yard. However, D FLAWLESS, whose dam won a Listed race over this trip, wasn't beaten far by a rival now rated 83 on her debut at Kempton in December and that run sets a decent standard. Highland Lil and Spook are a couple of others to bear in mind.
- Wannabe Brave won with something in hand at Wolverhampton 12 days ago and is high on the shortlist off just 4lb higher. Nevertheless, this is a deeper race and, as he has never previously raced at this venue, James Fanshawe's gelding is taken on with proven course winner SMOKEY MALONE. The selection is unexposed over this trip and carrying top-weight might not be enough to prevent a first C&D success. Easy Equation completes the shortlist.
- SANT ALESSIO presumably shows plenty at home because he has been sent off favourite on both starts, having to settle for the runner-up spot twice. There has been nothing wrong with his attitude on either occasion, but being gelded should help harness his potential and he can get off the mark on his return. Tabletalk was only beaten a length into third by a good winner on his Kempton debut and has more scope for improvement than Belcamo. Mycoloursoryours is worth a look, while Hajara is an interesting newcomer.
- Last week's Brighton winner The African Queen is an obvious contender under her penalty, while Marefuori has been knocking on the door. They come up against some interesting handicap debutants, though, not least REACHING HIGH, whose comeback sixth at Windsor gives him an edge in match practice over Crimson Road. Blessed Boy and Primo Lara also have a run under their belts and look fairly treated now into handicap company.
- CONQUEST OF POWER has been hit with a 9lb hike for last week's Lingfield triumph so is 4lb well-in under his penalty. He isn't absolutely guaranteed to perform to the same level, but won with so much up his sleeve that he must be stuck with. Heerathetrack and Alexander James took minor honours over C&D recently and are capable of getting involved again. Thomas Equinas excelled at this venue towards the end of his last campaign so has to be considered closely too.
- DEMOCRACY DILEMMA was not disgraced in a Listed race on dirt at Jebel Ali in February and that followed an encouraging third in a competitive handicap at Meydan. The four-year-old was successful over C&D when last competing in the UK and he looks to have plenty in his favour from stall two here. Copper Knight has dropped to an eyecatching mark and the veteran should not be written off, while Clearpoint and Roman Dragon are two others to note.
- PASSING PHASE caught the eye when filling third place on his racecourse bow over 5f at the Curragh last month and the son of Lope De Vega could be hard to beat with the benefit of that experience. Rashabar and Bretton Wood also showed plenty of promise on their introductions in races that have both worked out very well, while any market support for The Flying Seagull would have to be noted.
- NEVER SO BRAVE chased home a pair of subsequent Group 1 winners on his two starts as a juvenile and confirmed that promise when winning easily on his return over 7f at Thirsk last month. With that in mind, the son of No Nay Never merits the utmost respect on his handicap debut here. Dashing Darcey has to be of interest following his narrow defeat at Newbury recently, while Grey Cuban also merits a place on the shortlist.
- GOD'S WINDOW reached the frame in the Group 1 Futurity at Doncaster before making it two wins out of three starts in a minor novice event on his reappearance at Nottingham. John & Thady Gosden's Dubawi colt should relish this step up in trip and, with further improvement highly likely, he is the one to beat. Jayarebe was a smooth winner of the Feilden at Newmarket and has to be taken very seriously, despite his penalty, while Bracken's Laugh is a player after numbering Capulet among his victims at Chelmsford.
- Last year's Chester Vase hero ARREST comes into this contest on the back of an underwhelming return to action when only seventh in the John Porter at Newbury. That run was arguably too bad to be true and he is a class act on his day, so he is well worth another chance. Point Lonsdale, who landed the Huxley Stakes at this meeting 12 months ago, is the top-rated in the field and has his first attempt at the distance, while Deauville Legend tries first-time blinkers and is another to note.
- Lingfield scorer Inspiritus appreciated the removal of the hood when posting a career-best performance in late March. Roger Varian's gelding warrants respect off a 5lb higher mark and this switch to turf shouldn't prevent another bold bid. However, fellow last-time-out scorer PEARL EYE may prove to be the better handicapped of the pair after winning a shade cosily at Pontefract and the four-year-old could be tough to beat if coping with the quick turnaround. Loyal Touch and Baryshnikov also enter the reckoning.
- CONTACTO proved a different proposition on his handicap bow when scooting away from his rivals at Doncaster. A 9lb hike in the ratings for that easy victory looks far from insurmountable and Andrew Balding's colt is taken to follow up. The biggest threat may emerge from the progressive Arch Legend, who isn't taken lightly in his quest to land a hat-trick, especially considering he is 4lb well-in. Glistening Nights is a potential improver upped further in distance.
- King Of The Road supplemented his opening victory at Market Rasen in March when defying a 7lb penalty 10 days later at the same venue. However, a further 10lb hike in the handicap could leave the five-year-old vulnerable and marginal preference is for MISTRAL MILLY. Emma Lavelle's mare found only a progressive rival too strong on her handicap bow at Hereford last month and she looks capable of better. Jaramillo may chase that duo home.
- Chatty Chich is sure to prove popular having finished second on her handicap debut at Fakenham in April. A 2lb higher rating is unlikely to prevent another prominent showing from the Dan Skelton-trained mare, but KENTFORD MALLARD may offer more value. The veteran bounced back to form with a runner-up effort on her reappearance over 2m4f at Wincanton last month and a return to her last winning distance could see the daughter of Sulamani land the spoils. Bluebella also warrants a second look.
- JUAN BERMUDEZ wasn't disgraced when finishing sixth in a 14-runner affair at Warwick a fortnight ago and the five-year-old could be worth chancing in an open event. The Nathaniel gelding was a decent stayer on the Flat and this extended 2m4f distance should draw out his stamina. The biggest threat may emerge from Tarras Wood, who needs to dispel a heavy defeat at Wetherby in February, while hurdles debutant Secret Des Dieux cannot be ruled out either.
- Hystery Bere was beaten into third in a class 3 event at Plumpton in March, but he is 2lb lower and will appreciate this drop in grade under Harry Cobden. However, the vote goes to ONE FINE MAN, who finished over five lengths clear of the third at this level at Bangor on his latest outing and he is only 3lb higher for that display. Declan Carroll's nine-year-old could be the one to beat, while Home Free warrants a market check on his chasing debut.
- LET'S GO AMIGO has failed to fire on each of his last two starts over the smaller obstacles but he now makes his chasing debut off a career-low mark. Kim Bailey's gelding has cheekpieces reapplied and he just shades the vote ahead of Samtara, who was dropped 3lb for his fourth at Exeter last month. Testflight hit the frame at Wincanton when last seen in October and could also have a say on his return to the fray.
- Berliath finished a well-beaten third behind a stablemate who went on to acquit himself well in Aintree's Grade 2 bumper on his Taunton introduction. He will be expected to step forward, but maybe THE LONG POINT can make a successful start to his Rules career because the form of his point-to-point third in Ireland seems decent. He sold for 60,000 pounds after it, not much more than Octo Gane changed hands for as a three-year-old. Sayva, John Barbour and Dawn Parade are other interesting first-timers.
- A Sir Mark Prescott bumper runner is always worth a second look, especially one with the pedigree of PATCH MAN, who is a half-brother to the ill-fated Grade 1 winner Sir Erec. He changed hands for 100,000 euros as a foal, and again for 85,000gns just under a year later, and is preferred to Handfulofpromises, who showed ability when second between the flags in Ireland. Jessie Jump Jet makes plenty of appeal on breeding and is in receipt of all the allowances.
- LUD'OR showed plenty of promise when trained in France and was second at Auteuil when last seen in June. With that in mind, it will be no surprise if the four-year-old can make a winning debut for these connections. Just Gino was a beaten favourite on his Rules bow at Bangor but it is far too soon to be writing off this winning pointer, while Scintillante was useful on the Flat and is another to note.
- In an open event, marginal preference is for ANNIE EXPRESS, who showed some promise on her chasing debut at Southwell a couple of weeks ago and should not be underestimated off 2lb lower and in first-time cheekpieces. Jupiter Allen was well held over hurdles at Warwick but is a player based on the pick of his form, while similar comments apply to Lightening Mahler and Watergrange Jack.
- DIXIE COWBOY bumped into a very well-handicapped rival when an 11-length second in a similar event at Southwell a couple of weeks ago. The five-year-old remains unexposed and a 1lb higher mark here may not be enough to stop him from going one better. Nothinelsematters was only beaten two lengths at Huntingdon last time and could prove to be the main threat to the selection, ahead of Ushuaia Dancer and By The Grace.
- R BERNARD impressed when making all over the extended 3m2f here 18 days ago and, even off a 10lb higher mark, will be tough to overhaul if this shorter trip doesn't catch him out. Threats include Star Of Affinity (third), who has yet to have his stamina tested over this far, while Groom De Cotte (fifth) wasn't far behind that rival when they clashed over the extended 2m2f at Exeter and can improve, given that was his first run back after wind surgery.
- Still of very low mileage, VILLAGE MASTER has taken to fences in good style and, although not error-free, the Warren Greatrex-trained gelding has landed a brace of wins in a convincing enough manner to suggest he is the one to be with here. Forget You Not has won off a 6lb higher mark and cannot be ruled out on these terms. Hard Frost is another player from just 1lb higher than his only previous winning rating.
- Greyval tok a step back in the right direction when fourth over C&D and she is likely to be on the premises. However, AMELIA'S DANCE was easily the better of the two when they clashed at Newbury back in December, filling the runner-up berth, and can uphold the form. She wasn't persevered with after an early mistake at Kempton last month and can put the record straight here. Tour Ovalie is the pick of the rest.
- Although AMALFI BAY was disappointing when pulling up on his handicap bow over hurdles at Taunton in February, there is a sneaking suspicion that this return to quicker ground could unlock significant improvement. Anthony Honeyball's gelding was a useful performer on the Flat and is worth chancing in an open event. Military Tycoon boasts a similar profile to the selection and any market support would be interesting, while Silverbridge should appreciate the rise in distance.
- TELEFENNEY spoiled the party for favourite-backers when getting the better of a stablemate over C&D last month. The five-year-old impressed with the way she travelled that day and an 8lb higher mark may not be the ceiling of her ability. Our Dylan bounced back to form when capitalising on a career-low mark at Hereford. He is feared most, ahead of Garitsa Bay, who landed the other division of the race won by the selection here and is also likely capable of better.
- DIVINELY BOLT was denied by two lengths into third at Keeneland last time and she could make a winning return to this track. Alamo and Cant Keep Me Down aren't out of it either.
- SIR GREYLIND struck on his debut in fine fashion at Keeneland last month and, with any amount of improvement to come, he could be the one to beat. Great Richie M and B Fifty Two can give him most to think about.
- SERGEANT CAPPS took a big leap forward from his debut effort to hit the frame over an extended 4f at Keeneland last time and he looks the one to beat. Newcomers Tab Walker and Austin Cruise need to be monitored in the betting market.
- PIN UP BETTY has filled the runner-up berth on each of her last four outings and she can be rewarded for those consistent displays this time around. Hidden Presence and Dianthus also merit consideration.
- ASMODEUS had Abadin (third) behind when runner-up over 7f at Keeneland last month and he can confirm that form to go one better. Overbore completes the shortlist.
- MISS ROSIE created a fine impression when scoring on her debut at Fair Grounds in February and a double looks highly probable. Bitsy Perfectmatch and Sister Saint may chase the selection home.
- Four-time Louisiana scorer FREEDOM FACTOR arrives in fair form and a return to this venue can only boost his chances of winning. Take Charge Gent and Sniveling are feared most.
- ELLIE VICTORINA did just enough to win a deeper race at Laurel in mid-April and could be tough to overhaul at this level. A Girl Named Jac (second) and Fainor's Filets (third) are closely matched based on their encounter at the same venue last month and can fight it out for the forecast slot.
- A game winner at Laurel in March, COMMANDING GENERAL is worth a try at this level and can provide a bit of value with another step forward. Stevethevandriver and Psychedelic Shack are others with solid claims.
- Not many of these can confidently be ruled out, but CAPTAIN CARDO is as reliable as any and looks worth chancing after going down by just a nose on his latest start. Smooth Rico is back up in class but dangerous to rule out based on current form, while Aristocratic also enters calculations.
- PUTIN ONLINE has been operating at a higher level than today's rivals and he's taken to make a winning stable debut. E. P. Milton and Power Back are feared most.
- BLUE KINGDOM has dropped a couple of hints that he can win races and this might well be the opportunity he has been waiting for. Dats My Pharaoh is feared but looks exposed, so well-bred newcomer Haizum could be the sharpest thorn in the side of the selection if primed to deliver at the first time of asking.
- ABSTRACT MOMENT bounced back to form with a driving effort to land the spoils at Laurel when last seen and can go in again if picking up where she left off. Lady Ensign also appeals on last year's form, while Hateful is the pick of those with a recent run.
- Jardani and Mosler Time are a couple with solid claims, but RUNNING RIVER would be dangerous to allow under the radar and edges the vote in the search for a bit of value in a wide-open race.
- NAVANI ran away with a maiden claimer at Delaware Park last October and looks sure to have more to offer resuming at this sort of level. Tina Tina Tina deserves a change of fortune but may again have to settle for a place, while Goldrush Hottie is another recent maiden winner to consider.
- None of these are convincing and it may be worth taking a punt on CAP IS BACK leaving her sixth-placed debut at Gulfstream in June last year behind. In American is feared most, ahead of Marveling.
- It's hard to look beyond the downgraded MIDNIGHT VOYAGE, who should take all the beating if proving as effective on his Thistledown debut. Good Music and Afleet O Me can battle it out for the silver medal.
- BIG ROWDY DAN arrives on the back of a fourth-placed stable debut at Laurel and a similar performance may suffice. No Angel and C J All The Way are also noted.
- A comfortable winner over C&D last time out, HAD RIGHT should have plenty more improvement forthcoming and he gets the vote ahead of the likes of Geh Schnell and Giles.
- CONSTITUTIONALIST won with plenty in hand here last month and repeat of that stylish effort would make her hard to beat. Bareback Fun and the hat-trick seeking Boogie Boogee can fight it out as the best of the rest.
- BUCKEYE CRUISER showed a lot of promise on debut and could be hard to beat with another step forward here. Work'n On A Buzz rates the chief threat, with Extra Crafty another with the potential to spoil the party for the selection.
- Several arrive in good form but none appeals more than GRAN ANDREWS, who has won three of his last four starts and could again be too tenacious for the opposition. Broadway Sky and Sweeping Giant are capable of serving it up to the selection.
- SHE'S CRAFTY has some solid form to her name and having recently accounted for the likes of Windy Lu Who and R Three Angels, she is readily suggested as the one to be with. The hat-trick seeking Candlelight Hours is feared most.
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