Today's Free Horse Racing Tips - Ireland & UK

By Tom Weekes - Testing ground conditions could swing things WANNABE ROYAL’s favour and she has good recent form. By a top stallion and out of a Group 3 winner, she showed ability at Dundalk and showed further progression when chasing home a smart Frankel-sired debut winner last month. Some of the other beaten Naas horses also had form and the selection can be counted upon to run well. Indigo Dream has better form and a higher rating, but is unproven on easy ground. She performed well in smart maidens last summer and wasn’t beaten far in the Ingabelle Stakes in September but those runs were on good. Hanamaya is a half-sister to three Groups winners but holds no big race entries.

By Tom Weekes - HOSTILITY could be inconvenienced by testing ground conditions but showed nice ability in three runs last season and contests a winnable maiden. Well-bred, he has been defeated by five useful Ballydoyle-trained runners and one other stablemate in his races todate. He has shown form on yielding ground at Listowel last September so it is hoped he can cope with today’s likely easier surface. Raykir is very much proven on soft and while he holds Admiral Churchill (now tried in blinkers, having been gelded) on March form, was well held at Dundalk recently and might struggle to beat the selection.

By Tom Weekes - SHAOOL is drawn wide in 15 but has useful recent form. She was initially tried over middle-distances last year but seemed to show progression at this distance at Dundalk last month. Admittedly she might prefer a sounder surface but coped with heavy on her debut and has race-fitness on her side today. Victoria Kesia narrowly holds Ina Mina on October’s Gowran form and while both are exposed, each has shown ability on testing ground. Reappearing Ina Mina is an 11-race maiden but has run some useful races, although Victoria Kesia was well beaten on a recent run. Ocean Manifest’s form was a little in-and-out last year and debuts for new yard.

By Tom Weekes - THRIFTY OF DIGBY showed encouragement on her seasonal reappearance last month and is well suited by this distance and testing ground. Although well beaten on her last run of 2024, the manner in which she finished her recent Leopardstown race suggests she will progress further reverting back to today’s more testing conditions. Better-drawn Martinelli has good recent form and is also ideally suited by these conditions. However, he is held by the selection on two runs last September and October. Counterculture is better than she showed on her recent reappearance run and likes testing ground.

By Tom Weekes - NAHORI debuts for a new yard having shown nice ability last year and has proven form on soft ground. A Dundalk debut winner in December 2023, she performed consistently well for most of last year and had plenty rivals behind her in her last three useful runs at the Curragh, with the latter being on soft. Tofino - nicely drawn in 2, showed improvement on her handicap debut at the Curragh last September. A E120,000 yearling, she has a fine pedigree and while she lacks a little experience, is open to plenty progression. Venetian landed an all-weather gamble when all eyes were on Cheltenham in March and has winning form on soft ground.

By Tom Weekes - FORT VEGA ran well in two recent Curragh handicaps and is suited by soft ground. A half-brother to Classic-placed Vespertilio, the selection won twice last year and having run well in the Lincoln in March, again ran well over that same course-and-distance later that month. Artful Approach is similarly reliable. Initially tried in sprint handicaps, his form at this distance is very consistent and is just 1lb higher than at Leopardstown. He is generally held-up so today’s inside draw is of no real benefit, but he has soft-ground form. Masoun and Lord Church are closely matched on a Cork meeting last June and while each did very well last year, might now prefer a longer distance.

By Tom Weekes - BAY COLONY performed well in two Stakes races last year and coped with testing ground on her reappearance. She has bumped into smart and high-class types in her career todate and while she steps up markedly in distance, has juvenile form at a mile so should get this trip. Diamond Exchange showed ability in finishing sixth in the Goffs Million last September but flopped on her seasonal reappearance. That recent Naas race was run on soft-to-heavy so softening ground would be concerning. Three of Jannah Stars full-siblings were blacktype performers, including a Group 2 winner, and she holds an Irish Oaks entry. Similarly-owned Earthsong is out of an unraced sister to Breeders Cup Turf Sprint winner Bobby's Kitten.

By Michael Graham - OUT FOR A STROLL has questions to answer after being pulled up over flights in Downpatrick at the end of March, but had been in good nick in that sphere beforehand and is of interest reverting to the Flat for a strong stable. Her victory in a Limerick maiden hurdle over Christmas was decent form. Dumb Love is another switching from hurdling and can get into the mix with 7lb claimed off her back. Fascinating Shadow showed more when fourth in Cork, while Master Garvey is another to consider after posting decent results on the Polytrack in Dundalk.

- Kdeux Saint Fray was well held in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham in January, but should put up a bold showing in this company. However, the maiden hurdle he won at Catterick hasn't worked out and he's taken on with returning C&D winner THE BLUESMAN. Open to any amount of improvement on his second start after wind surgery, the Paul Nicholls-trained six-year-old, who also won a bumper here last April, is a most appealing novice to be competing at this time of year. Lieutenant Mayne completes the shortlist.

- Ghost Hunter was a well-backed favourite for his stable debut, but didn't convince with his jumping before running out. He is surely better than that and can figure if the added tongue-tie/cheekpieces combination combats any lingering fizz. Nevertheless, four-time course winner GATS AND CO, who is still on a handy mark, looks more reliable and should have no issues cutting back in trip after his success over an extended 3m6f here. Musical Slave and Isle Of Gold are other notable options.

- SEEYOUINMYDREAMS has won three of her four starts since undergoing her second lot of wind surgery and has a good chance of gaining further success, despite a 5lb rise after making all at Exeter earlier this month. Palacio returned from a short break with a respectable second to an odds-on shot at Ffos Las and might have to settle for a similar role. Ukantango gets weight all round and that factor may help him emerge as the best of the rest.

- Doyouknowwhatimean makes a quick reappearance following his C&D victory on Monday in the hope he can assist Dan Skelton's bid to become champion trainer. However, the 7lb penalty might prove too much to handle and BALLYBREEZE appears to have a strong opportunity to follow up a recent Newbury success. The combination of a drop in trip and application of cheekpieces looks to be in the favour of Bowmore.

- COURAGEOUS STRIKE finished second on his first attempt over timber at Ffos Las when racing too keenly and the drop from 2m4f gives him an excellent opportunity to open his account. Almeirinda is an interesting contender making her UK debut for Venetia Williams after nearly 700 days off the track, while Wild Goose might be a threat if settling better than he did at Plumpton.

- The booking of Harry Cobden for AMANCIO looks particularly notable given the fact Paul Nicholls saddles a runner in the shape of Roadshow. The selection was runner-up at Newbury last time and has since switched yards to join Faye Bramley. Roadshow needs to improve from a disappointing hurdling bow at Wincanton and the biggest threat might prove to be King Of Records, who reached the frame at Ludlow in February.

- REVELS HILL recorded some smart form when under the tutelage of Harry Fry and he could take some stopping in these calmer waters. A fourth-placed spin between the flags 41 days ago should have put the 10-year-old spot-on for this and he is preferred to Dalamoi, who has racked up a hat-trick in point-to-points in recent months and warrants respect now back racing under Rules. C&D winner Pink Eyed Pedro is also noted.

- SWEET MAGIC appeared close to her best when finishing a never-nearer second over 2m3f at Warwick in February. The Alastair Ralph-trained seven-year-old looks ready for another tilt at this sort of distance and she's preferred to All Inn Hand, who arrives on the back of a runner-up effort over C&D and competes off an unchanged mark. Dancingontheedge is the pick of the remainder.

- Antiquity edged out Zarathos when recording his first turf success at Nottingham and that pair should be closely matched again, while Beverley runner-up Harswell Ruby and the returning Groundsman also merit consideration. The vote, however, goes to Sir Mark Prescott's PRIVATE ISLAND. She has took a big step forward since switching to handicap company and was always doing enough when upped to 1m at Yarmouth last time. With the promise of more to come, this daughter of Twilight Son is fancied to defy a further 6lb rise.

- MUSIC OF TIME built on his Kempton opener when readily making all in a soft-ground C&D maiden last October and providing he handles the faster surface today, he might be able to complete the double. Elements Of Fire struck on his debut over this trip at Chelmsford in November and makes plenty of appeal now switching to turf, while Roaring Twenties and River King have also shown signs of ability. With Remmooz, Flame Of Forest and Moyowasi all interesting newcomers as well, this could be a novice stakes event worth following.

- It could pay to side with SPANISH MANE in what looks a tricky puzzle for punters to solve. She is 1lb better off with Marmoga for a neck defeat at Yarmouth earlier this month and is entitled to improve for that first outing since last September. The latter wears cheekpieces for the first time and certainly won't be underestimated, while any market support for the returning Carlton And Co could be worth noting. Diligent Henry also deserves a mention following his comeback victory at Wolverhampton, but he still needs to prove himself on turf.

- PREFER THE SISTER made the frame at Newcastle on her most recent outing and was kindly dropped 1lb. If Matt Crawley's mare can transfer that form to turf, she could be the one to beat. Amayretto finished a good second at Musselburgh when last seen and would be foolish to dismiss on her return to action. King Of York is a player based on his second at Southwell two starts ago.

- Corolla Point struck at the first time of asking at Yarmouth in October and will have plenty of improvement in him, so he has to be respected. However, the vote goes to ADDISON GREY. Clive Cox's charge went in by three lengths at Southwell on his debut in November and could take a step forward to make it two from two. Fondo Blanco completes the shortlist.

- LAST SHAMARDAL had recorded wins at Newcastle and Wolverhampton before coming up agonisingly short over the mile at Ripon recently. The son of Shaman raced keenly that day, so looks set to benefit from a drop in trip and while he is 4lb well in, Jack Channon's gelding can regain the winning thread. Honved goes handicapping from a fair opening mark and is one to consider in first-time cheekpieces, while the returning Singoura, on target at Southwell when last seen in December, is also noted.

- Fiorella Princess came off worst in a three-way photo finish at Newcastle in January. She's only 1lb higher back on the grass and still looks well handicapped having bumped into a now 92-rated rival on her debut last May, though preference is for PONT NEUF. Eve Johnson Houghton's gelding won on his first two career starts but never really kicked on thereafter. He did however face some stiff assignments, most notably the Windsor Castle, and there were signs of a revival on his return at Kempton recently. Dothan heads the remainder.

- Runner-up on her last three starts and narrowly denied over further here last time, MISS GOLDFIRE sets the standard on form and she can get off the mark over hurdles at the eighth time of asking. A comfortable winner on her Rules debut at Worcester last September, Lahinch Wave seems to have been saved for better ground since and she is a key player, along with Abbey Law, who managed to score over 2m at Fakenham earlier in the month.

- Now that the penny has dropped over fences for SANGIOVESE, who recorded a taking success at Huntingdon most recently, the six-year-old should have plenty more to come over further and he can follow up off a 5lb higher mark. Last-time-out course winner Uallrightharry loves it here but may prefer softer conditions, while January Fakenham scorer Mortens Leam also has a chance.

- MARLACOO deservedly got off the mark over hurdles with a comfortable success at Ayr last time and Tom Lacey's charge looks ready for another crack at handicap company from a workable mark of 112. Not in action since scoring on his debut for the Neil Mulholland stable at Southwell last October, Sunshine Diamond can follow the selection home, ahead of the largely consistent Shengai Enki.

- Having dug deep to score over an extended 2m5f at Hereford in February, GATA BAN looks ready for a return to this longer distance. The Getaway mare should encounter quicker ground than her fourth-placed defeat over C&D on Boxing Day and she makes plenty of appeal with Harriet Tucker claiming a handy 7lb. Tellairsue found only a subsequent winner too strong at Ludlow earlier this month and the seven-year-old is feared most, ahead of Trevor's Lad.

- Noah's Light was far from disgraced when finishing behind two progressive chasers at Hereford last month and he must enter calculations. However, the eight-year-old is 6lb out of the handicap, and preference is for chasing debutant FORTUNATE FELLA. The Soldier Of Fortune gelding looks to have been biding his time over hurdles and his point-to-point experience is sure to stand him in good stead. Tedwin Hills completes the shortlist.

- ALRIGHT DAI returned from 198 days off the track to score at Market Rasen on Boxing Day and a subsequent victory at Ayr reinforced that he's one to keep on the right side of. A 7lb higher mark for disposing of 17 rivals looks far from insurmountable for Neil Mulholland's inmate and a hat-trick may beckon. The biggest threat could emerge from Decorated, who arrives on the back of good second over C&D, ahead of I'm Your Buckaroo.

- SPADESTEP, who was snapped up for 50,000 pounds after winning his sole point-to-point start, looks a bright prospect for the Lucinda Russell yard after a close second-placed finish to a highly progressive rival on his Rules/hurdles debut in a similar race at Carlisle last month. As a half-brother to multiple jumps winner Tommy's Oscar, there could be an awful lot more to come from this unexposed six-year-old. Junker D'allier, Hasten Slowly and Byron Hill are the likeliest candidates to fill the frame behind the selection.

- JACKS PARROT made a successful trip to Perth on the corresponding card 12 months ago and the versatile six-year-old could make a triumphant return if building on his notable third in the Devon National at Exeter most recently. With the potential to improve over marathon distances, the versatile six-year-old has strong credentials off just 1lb higher. Last-time-out winner Mt Fugi Park represents a yard that does well with stayers and is another must for consideration, while the hat-trick seeking Fairlawn Flyer can give a good account from the foot of the handicap.

- Peter Bowen, Lucinda Russell and Nicky Richards have all trained recent winners of this race and the likes of Olivers Travels, Wal Buck's and President Scottie all command respect on the basis of the correct groundwork having been completed. However, Nigel Twiston-Davies could scupper those plans if a wind operation is a source of improvement for the still low-mileage HIGH TREASON. The lightly-raced six-year-old has won over hurdles from this rating and can provide a bit of value, with his rider's 5lb claim a notable asset in what appears to be a wide-open renewal.

- WHISTLE STOP TOUR failed to fire in the Ultima at Cheltenham last time but it would be no surprise to see him bounce back to form in this company and Lucinda Russell's seven-year-old is very hard to oppose. Ganapathi has been running well in defeat of late and he could make the frame once again, while similar comments apply to Annsam.

- FELICIE DU MAQUIS arrives here on the back of two wins and a 7lb penalty for the most recent of those victories may not be enough to stop her from making it a hat-trick. Guard The Moon was out of his depth in the Pertemps Final last time but could go well in a race of this nature, while Kilbarry Hill edges out Jem In Em to be best of the rest.

- TRAMUNTANA took a big step forward on his handicap bow to score at Huntingdon in February and may have lots more to offer over this distance. Olly Murphy's six-year-old only has a 5lb higher rating to contend with and is aided by the services of Sean Bowen this time around. Scorsese justified favouritism in ready fashion at Sedgefield last month and holds an obvious chance, despite being 10lb higher. Of the remainder, Aire Spray makes the most appeal.

- Tree Top Tyson finished second between the flags in March last year before changing hands for 30,000 pounds and the booking of Brian Hughes catches the eye on his first start under Rules. Even so, WILSTAR looks the way to go. The five-year-old was an expensive purchase and showed lots of promise when finishing third on his first bumper outing at Warwick. He may only need to find minimal improvement to get off the mark. Sanilam completes the shortlist.

- Lightning Bear showed plenty of ability in each of his three starts as a juvenile in Ireland and is an interesting contender on his first start for the Jim Boyle stable. However, QUEEN ALL STAR made a pleasing return to action when scoring by a neck at Wolverhampton last month, with a subsequent winner in fourth. With Silvestre De Sousa booked for her handicap bow, she looks the way to go. Redorange is another to watch out for.

- San Juanito successfully completed a double at Wolverhampton and, providing he can transfer that form to turf, the son of Lope De Vega could have a say. However, the vote goes to THUNDER WONDER, who made every yard of the running to score easily at Musselburgh last weekend. Charlie Johnston's colt is taken to turn the tables on Dividend from their meeting at Southwell prior, based on the fact he showed much improved form for the return to the grass.

- ANCIENT WISDOM took the Futurity as a juvenile but didn't really fulfil expectations as a three-year-old, despite getting a Group 3 on the board at Newmarket. The son of Dubawi still has time to live up to his potential and can bounce back from an out-of-sorts effort at Newbury earlier in the month. Winter Derby winner Royal Champion boasts a fitness advantage over some of his rivals and needs to be taken seriously. See The Fire has placed form at the top level and has to be respected on her return.

- DANCING GEMINI faced a number of stiff tasks last season and looked in excellent form when coming clear to land the Doncaster Mile on his reappearance. Roger Teal's colt has more on his plate, but he looks up to it and connections would surely have an eye on the Lockinge were he to come out on top. Tamfana landed the Atalanta over C&D before taking the Sun Chariot and making the frame in the QEII so she merits the utmost respect, as do Lead Artist and Haatem. French raider Alcantor is another contender, although there is a suspicion he would be more effective with cut in the ground.

- Andrew Balding's yard has been irrepressible so far this season and the Kingsclere operation, who have won this three times in the last 10 years, could be on target once again with WINDLORD. A commanding winner at York in September before finishing third to Guineas hopeful Hotazhell in the Beresford, he looks certain to relish a step up in trip and can resume his progression. Swagman represents an obvious danger for the lethal combination of Aidan O'Brien/Ryan Moore, and Damysus should not be overlooked either.

- The Andrew Balding stable has made a tremendous start to the season with their three-year-olds and could have another talented sort on their hands in Irish Oaks entry MUSIC PIECE. The daughter of Camelot ended last season with a taking 1m success at Haydock, giving every impression that she would improve over further. Winter's Song had the slightly unlucky-in-running Tattycoram back in third when scoring on debut at Yarmouth and both are open to progression, along with Wolverhampton winner Star Of Light, who hails from a family that connections know well.

- An unlucky loser when slowly into stride and keeping on well towards the finish at Southwell, GUNSHIP looks just the type to improve for going up in trip as a son of Sea The Stars. A nice draw in stall three will make life easier and he is preferred to top-weight Sing Us A Song, who ended his two-year-old campaign with a determined success on heavy ground at Goodwood. A comfortable scorer on his handicap debut at Yarmouth when last seen, Stormy Monday is another to note, as are Urban Glimpse and the hat-trick-seeking Many Men.

- CIARAN (1) can be expected to be ready for this return run. His last race was when second in a Listed event at Vichy in July last year, when beaten by under a length. He gets the vote ahead of DUNE (3), who signed off the season when fourth in a Listed race at Craon last August. He can make things competitive. COREY BEACH (2) had three promising efforts last year, the latest when third in a Class 2 race at Chantilly in late October. She warrants respect on her return from a break.

- MIA JULIA (4) ran well to be second at Evreux 10 days ago in a claimer over 1800m. With improvement expected, she can get off the mark at the expense of BENGALE (5), who scored on the PSF in a claimer in late March on his penultimate start. LOUIS DEUX (1) won twice earlier this year in two claimers at Cagnes-Sur-Mer and warrants respect in this class of race. FELICIA STORM (6) won a claimer at Chantilly in January and heads the rest.

- LORIA (7) has been improving with race experience and looks like the most likely winner in this maiden event. She was a decent fourth at Fontainebleau on her latest start in mid-March. SPRING HEART (6) shaped well to be second at Fontainebleau 24 days ago in a conditions race and has several placed efforts so far. CHIVERE (8) is not straightforward but has plenty of ability and can make the frame. RECLAIM (2) is also worth considering.

- OKAPINA'S LIGHT (3) gained a well-deserved win at ParisLongchamp eight days ago following a string of consistent performances and looks capable of following up despite the penalty. ROI DE L'AIR (11) is a model of consistency, having won three of his last eight starts and placed in the others he should keep the selection honest. BEJAR (8) ran a solid fifth at Saint-Cloud last time and is well-handicapped enough to get involved. ARIGATO (7) also makes the shortlist.

- RIYAK (3) comes into the race fresh off a victory at Saint-Cloud over 2100m in the same class of race as today and can follow up. LIDISBARN (4) has won his last two races convincingly and has an undeniable chance of reeling off the hat trick. He is a huge threat to the first selection. RED GRACE (7) was a winner of her penultimate start and followed up with a good run finishing 4th at Saint-Cloud. She has strong each way claims. USER KINDLY (2) showed last time that her run before was all wrong. Place chance.

- MR L'APOTHICAIRE (10) has produced two solid efforts this calendar year and appears ready to notch up his maiden success. He sets the standard and could be hard to oppose with a touch of luck in running. CRIMSON TIDE (18) is a newcomer who won't need to be special to make a winning debut and the booking of Christian Demuro is certainly eye catching. KAMAKURA ONE (15) has some fair flat form to her name and if producing some of her best efforts here, she should be in with a shout. SULTANE (17) ran a super race two starts back and a repeat performance should see her in with a chance.

- POMELEO (7) has been holding very solid form and that second win for this calendar year looks to be imminent. LIV GOLD (10) is a maiden taking on winners but could be suited by running in a handicap and she could be in the shake up. STORMY TANGO (9) romped home to victory last time out and it would come as no surprise to see him go back to back. ROMANCE MARINE (8) finished just behind the top choice last time out and there isn't much to choose between them and they should finish right on top of one another again.

- STORMYGO (6) just found one too good last time out and with weight off the back this time around, he looks to be nicely weight to put up a strong performance which could see him grabbing the spoils. BATESCA (14) ran a super race first up for the year and should have every chance off going one better in this event. ROSE ACADEMY (12) has seldom been far off the action and looks to have decent claims in a very winnable contest. RECONSTRUCTED (8) arrives in excellent form having won his last two and now goes in search off a hat-trick which is well within his reach.

- LUNA MAG (8) was a very easy winner when trying a mounted race for the first time and can follow up if in the same mood. KA DANSE FOLLE (5) is threatening a second win and performed well at Toulouse in her last two starts. She will not go down without a fight. LABEL D'HERMES (10) is barefoot and has run well under the saddle before, so he deserves some respect. LAMIRAL D'ERABLE (4) is also in good form and can contest the finish.

- Surprisingly sanctioned in the Gr.1 Prix de Vincennes mid-December, LIONHEART (10) set the record straight 3 weeks later with a convincing Gr.3 Prix d'Enghien victory and although unseen in public since, he will have been specifically prepared for this and looks a marginally better bet than LITTLE ORELIE (12) who has been simply superb since, and a reconfigured and fresh LEXIE DE BANVILLE (13) who starts for the first time since winning the Prix de Vincennes. Consistently in the thick of things, LISBONNE DRY (8) put on a good show behind Paul Ploquin in the Gr.2 Prix Louis le Bourg and will again be competitive for a place in the frame.

- Not always the most reliable but a high-class horse nevertheless, KID BELLAY (4) is shod as he was when runner-up to the good Kyt Kat in the Gr.2 Prix Paul Bastard, and can impose for the first time in over 14 months. Eric Raffin will still be wary of KELLY DE BANVILLE (9) who excels under these conditions, and KATINKA AIMEF (5) who was a pleasure to watch here a fortnight back. KYRIELLE (7) put on a very good show in the Gr.2 Prix Henri Levesque here 2 weeks ago and with Alexandre Abrivard aboard for her return to the discipline, can be assured a competitive ride.

- LA BANQUERA is in the form of her life at present and she looks more than capable of bringing up the five-timer. That may be at the main expense of Will Be Famous and Save Us Melania.

- Runner-up on each of her last three starts here, AH CA IRA deserves a change in luck and she can get that on this occasion. Calling An Audible and Global Charmer also warrant consideration.

- VILLAGE PERSON did it well when scoring comfortably on debut at Colonial Downs and he can remain unbeaten. Kenny Be and Vekinda are likely to be thereabouts.

- Having regained the winning thread over C&D earlier this month, it is difficult to look past VALENZAN DAY. Co Conspirator appears to be the main danger, ahead of Empty Tomb.

- Solve The Puzzle and Good Mission both have the ability to have a say in proceedings, but recent C&D runner-up MELANCIA sets the standard.

- VOW OF SECRECY built on his fifth-placed debut when finishing second here in late March and a breakthrough victory could beckon. Chad Brown's newcomers Playing Tricks and Draft Riots must be monitored in the betting.

- LEO'S REWARD can make amends for his narrow defeat here last time by beating Miracle Mike and Not For Hire to the victory.

- Sir Oscar and G Five are both noted but preference is for VITALIZE after his narrow second over 7f here last time.

- A comfortable winner over shorter here last time out, JUBA MARCHES ON is likely to have plenty more improvement forthcoming and he can follow up at the main expense of Abolitionist and Destin's Rainbow.

- POPPY MAC had Jeannette The Jet (second) behind when scoring here last time out and she can uphold that form. Our Street Angel cannot be ruled out either.

- TALAVERA could not have done it any easier when scoring over C&D last time out and she looks more than capable of following up. Lovely Lucy and Sunshine Hazel also warrant consideration.

- This represents a marked drop in class for SEVEN NATTY PATTY and she could take advantage. Dream Leader and Ghost Of Alcina may prove the biggest threats.

- GALACTIC GLORY returned the convincing winner here last time and looks worth sticking with. Rol Again Dancer and Arrebato are viable alternatives.

- DEFIANT GIANT can make the most of this easier assignment and get his head back in front. My Boy Clyde and W V Lad may give the selection the most to think about.

- BUCKIN' DREAMER arrives having notched up a brace of C&D victories recently and he is expected to land the hat-trick. Masakado and Neverpopthecork are feared most.

- A weak contest in which preference is for COIF, who has shown more than enough recently to suggest she could land a race of this nature. Just A Rainbow and Dice Arm head the list of dangers.

- BOLD N BREEZY looks to have sound claims at this lower level and can resume winning ways. Sugar Buzz and Down The Islands are the main threats.

- GRANITIANSEVENSIX takes a further drop in class and a bold bid is expected. Crypto Man and the unexposed Endrick are not out of it either.

- DIAMONDS FOR LILY looks to have an easier opportunity and could take advantage. Hits Different and Hot Bottom Girl are others for the shortlist.

- REINA MAR boasts the best overall form and could be worth chancing in this company. Vanessa's Wish and Beentee are other with reasonably solid chances.

- FLAT TOP BOX comes into this in fine form and can supplement the course success registered on his penultimate start. Longbranch Lou and Battle Of Dover are other very capable options.

- GOOD LONG CRY, who has been tried in stakes races the last twice, could appreciate being dropped back down in class and is a key player. Starship Melody and She's My Lady Luck could fill the frame.

- GRAND STICKER showed improvement to bolt up at this venue earlier in the month and she looks the one to beat again. Diamonds N Thrills beat the selection two starts ago and is the main danger, while Zo Zucchera isn't ruled out either.

- LASSO went in by a neck over 7f here in February and can complete a double. Far From A Star and Teofimo also merit consideration.

- SIGAN VIENDO progressed from his debut to hit the crossbar at this track earlier in the month and with further improvement likely, he could prove hard to beat. Back In The Saddle and Sponge Time may also have a say.

- DAY DAWNING shed her maiden tag at Santa Anita on her latest outing and she could kick on now. Champagne On Ice and Ceebee aren't ruled out either.

- STORM CLOUD RISING showed ability to finish third on her debut over C&D earlier in the month and she could put that experience to good use. Newcomers I Think I Can and Nanina need to be monitored in the market.

- VICKI ROSE was beaten a neck into second at Mahoning Valley on her latest outing and looks well placed to go one better. Splendid and newcomer Ragtime Sizzle are also worthy of consideration.

- None of these won last time out, though Billy The Greek was a good third and Forgiving Spirit a well-beaten second. UNCASHED didn't hit the places but has been running in higher grades and may be able to make the most of a big drop in class.

- Plenty of these are taking a drop in class and, with a run under her belt, a better effort is predicted from PHAROAH'S WINE, whose Grade 2 second here last year stands out. Wherever she finishes, both Buttercream Babe and Mo Fox Givin are entitled to be close behind.

- Zadorsky certainly has an experience edge, but this may go the way of one of the two impressive maiden winners in Tiarella or TIZ SILVER. The latter, a $325,000 daughter of Curlin, strolled home after a slow start in February and was value for a lot more than the official two-length margin.

- Wesley Ward's newcomers are always feared and DONTWORRYBOUTNOTHN could prove good enough at the first time of asking. White Whale looks best of those with experience, while Lifes Reward and Il Cavallino are worth noting in the market.

- IMMENSITUDE has placed at this level on her last three outings and Bill Mott's charge can launch another strong challenge. Forever After All and Eternal Silence are viable alternatives.

- UNMATCHED WISDOM has been highly tried and well held in Grade 1 company the last twice, but he could take advantage of this much weaker assignment. Will Take It and Couth are others to note.

- SUMOOD was beaten a neck into second on his debut at Turfway Park last month and with normal improvement, he could be the one to beat. Tickled Quist and Mr. Colossal aren't out of it either.

- GATTO BE PROUD has placed form in similar contests and will be hard to keep out of the frame. Homer Jones looks likely to have a say in the outcome, while Bjorn is one to note.

- SASSAFRASSNESS was set a stiff assignment last time and looks worthy of another chance in this grade. A case can also be made for Luminous Secret and Krissi N.

- SOMNIUM was narrowly beaten here on debut and is taken to go one better. Ithinkiloveyou is not out of it, while Circling is one to note on her first start on turf.

- YARA'S QUEST failed to fire in a stakes race last time, but gets another chance on the merits of his earlier maiden success. Anlon and Lifting are the main threats.

- IN THIS MOMENT has shown enough to suggest she can win at this level. Mizoula has a shout on the pick of her form, while Sutton Suzie is a newcomer to keep an eye on.

- PAPA FUNNY won here last month and has scope for further improvement. Motskari and Admit Nothing look the main threats.

- Tom Hagen has to be noted and he may chase home the recent winner MINISTER FOR MAGIC. Kendama is the pick for the minor placing.

- Regency Tale and Zio Lino have claims, but so does CREED'S VISION after some encouraging efforts in defeat across four previous starts.

- HEARD ON THESTREET was a very impressive winer last time out and a repeat of that may be more than enough. Prado Road and Three Captains are next on the shortlist.

- KATIE'S NOTION ended last year in fine form and could make a bold bid on his reappearance. He has most to fear from Laddie Dance and Tall Order.

- ALWAYS GAMBLING keeps finding one too good but connections may have finally found a race he can win. Gerrys Gem and My Mamba are next best.

- BOX OFFICE faced tougher assignments in three outings last year and can make the most of the drop in class. Dawn Strategy is another to consider, while Let's Go Champ could land a blow.

- ONE WAY OR ANOTHER returned a convincing winner when last competing in a claimer and could prove hard to stop. Courageous Cappen and Lady Astrid may emerge as the main threats.

- KONTEEKEE has solid claims based on a recent second here and can confirm form with Ore Mine (third). The latter could feature once again, along with Farley Hall.

- NGALA struck by just under three lengths over C&D last time and can follow up. Timbavati and Milliganmikeandme both need to be considered.

- OPPOSITE THE CROWD bounced back to form in style when scoring over track and trip last month and she looks the one to beat again. Candy Arcade and Demi aren't out of it either.

- POINTSETMATCH took a step forward from her debut effort to finish a close fourth at Fair Grounds last time and she tops the shortlist. Calamity and newcomer Saint Nancy S are feared most.

- MARITUDE has solid placed form and blinkers may bring the slight improvement she needs to win this. Air Castle and Aunt Dixie will also have their supporters.

- Red State and Awesome Ruta could battle for the places, but NAVY SEAL is readily preferred. A stakes winner in March and second since, he looks capable of gaining win number eight.

- MODO is holding her form well and could prove the one to side with in an open affair. Good Call and Daisy Duke make most appeal of the alternatives.

- DEVLISH GAL took a big step forward from her debut to finish second over C&D in February and she looks the way to go. Pops Reward and newcomer Not For Everyone may also have a say.

- SOCIALLY AWKWARD has been in excellent form of late, and a fourth win in five starts could be in the offing for the four-year-old. Ballad Of Warrior and Easter Bet are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

- A determined winner over further here last time out, CARGO SHIP is preferred to Nolo Contesto and Sigalert.

- Yacht Intentions has his sights lowered, but this could go to ROWDY WARRIOR based on some encouraging trackwork. Cappetta is next best.

- SKIMBLE SHANKS could be hard to stop at this level, while Piccolo Diavolo and Porch Swing are others to consider.

- POKER PLAYER KAZ took a big step forward from his debut third to bolt up over C&D and he could be the one to beat again. Spinning Heart and Kaz Creed also merit consideration.

- This represents a fair drop in grade for VELVET VIXEN, which can help her return to winning ways. When Your Strange and Harmonizing aren't out of it either.

- FOR CRYIN OUT LOUD struck in good style over C&D in February and can follow up. Me Darlin Kathleen and G's Fireball won't make it easy, though.

- PRIME AND READY had Oveta's Hobby (third) behind when she hit the woodwork at this venue last time and can confirm that form to go one better. Headed For Om is another to note.

- CASH CALL made the frame in a similar event over track and trip in October and can strike on her return to the fray. Eastwick and Cooey could also get involved.

- SUNSET GRAZEN filled the runner-up berth in stakes company over an extended 6f here last time and as long as she can transfer that form to turf, she could prove hard to beat. Atia and Empress Matilda are viable alternatives.

- FAST SERVICE won a maiden race here last month and he may have more to offer at this level. Precedent Luke can also feature, while the more exposed Dazzle The Command is preferred of the rest.

- KIKURIDE made a promising debut when third over 6f here and a chance is taken she stays this far. We The Hobby and Hello Kid O Kid O are closely matched and rate the main threats.

- A chance is taken that LADY MONCLAIRE can translate her winning form on turf over to the main track. Ultimate Hy and Sweet Hello will likely give the selection the most to think about.

- High Hearts might reverse form with the more exposed Misspent, and Loop Of Henle cannot be ruled out either. However, PROMAJA was a promising second on her comeback run over 6f here earlier in the month and she gets the vote to go one better.

- TROPHY COLLECTOR had Right On Target (third), Two Stormy Oceans (fourth) and Lucky Heart (ninth) all behind when runner-up over slightly shorter here earlier in the month and he can confirm that form en route to going one better.

- Palace Lights, Mishka and Jammer Insurance are closely matched on past efforts and each has their chance, but BELLS OF BRAM shades the verdict having struck the woodwork on her last three starts.

- SIMMERING boasts the strongest form in the contest and is expected to get back to winning ways. The main dangers appear to be Red Eleanor and Lady Dominance.

- SAMARITANO looked to need his return at Gulfstream and is likely to step forward from that effort. Others to note are He's A Good Dancer and My Man Flint.

- A competitive event on paper that might go the way of MR. RIPPLE with his sights being lowered. Shivaree and Broadcaster are feared most.

- LIPOCHROME wasn't beaten far when a respectable third in a similar race here last month and a small step forward on that could suffice. A return to form by Dowhateverittakes and Channel's Daughter would also see those two get competitive.

- JABRAN has been reliable to follow this year and is fancied to extend the run of good form to gain a third course win since February. Catire Vizcaya and San Costantino could both have a big say too.

- Gold Stamp is going the right way, but UNSHAKABLE has more experience and her reliable profile earns her the vote. Dame Gina Marie is the most appealing of the newcomers.

- FLASHY JEZEBEL created a favourable impression by making a winning debut here and is readily forwarded as the most appealing option. Selinus, runner-up in that race, should also have more to give, while Squeeze The Day is another strong contender.

- UNRIVALED QUEEN had Sharp Attitude (second) and few of the others in behind when winning a stakes race here earlier in the month and has a big chance of cementing her authority. Charybdis is potential a fly in the ointment.

- Freedom Empire and Marvelous Mark have something to recommend them, but IMA RASCAL dropped a significant hint that his turn is close to hand with a good second over 5f here at the start of this month.