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- KAREEM (5) hasn't been seen since July 2022 but did finish 2nd in two of his three starts last year and wasn't disgraced when 6th of 7 in a Group II, so is worth siding with here on his reappearance. He's preferred ahead of last-start winner GHAFFAR DE BRUGERE (1), who is particularly at ease on this course, and ultra-consistent LITTLE AATIKA (4), whose reliability should stand her in good stead here. CHOUF THE STAR (3) completes the shortlist.
- SIBAYAN (2) lost little in defeat when confirming the promise of his debut victory by finishing 2nd in his latest outing. He is open to any amount of improvement so gets the nod here ahead of another promising colt in HAVRAS (1), who has won consecutive starts recently and ought to make a bold bid in pursuit of his hat-trick. Improving last-start winners SWING CITY (5) and SHERZAL (3) should remain competitive and are likely to be involved in the finish.
- Jean-Claude Rouget holds a strong hand in the race and his runners are likely to fight out the finish, though preference is given to BACK IN PARIS (4), who adapted well to this track when improving to finish 2nd here in his latest outing, and he should go one better if building on that progress. He will, however, have to be wary of stablemate CORONADO (1) who ought to improve after an eye-catching introduction (2nd) at Tarbes. CHAI D'OEUVRE (3), whose debut 5th didn't go unnoticed, and NASDAQ (11), who has finished 4th in both outings, come next.
- MELODY (9), although finishing unplaced, wasn't disgraced in a much stronger race on debut at Chantilly, so it could pay her to follow her progress in what looks an easier assignment, given the expected improvement with that experience under her belt, JAKIMA (4), if judged on her best British performance on this surface, is likely to pose a threat, though. MONNA VANNA (7), whose debut 2nd was encouraging, and FURTIVE DIVINE (8), who ran a better race on debut than her finishing position (7th) may suggest, complete the shortlist.
- SOLITARY MAN (4) and LIEBE KINDER (5) have been hard to win with recently. Both continue to blow hot and cold but their improved recent performances prove they retain the means necessary to win a race of this ilk. They're likely to fight for victory with AL RASSOUL (6), who finished behind those rivals in a benchmark race last month, capable of giving cheek. ELCOT (8) did not enjoy the way that race panned out but is capable of staking a claim too.
- SPANISH LIGHT (13) seems close to success at this level and wouldn't be winning out of turn here given the strength and consistency of his recent form. However, it could pay to take him on with LIMESY (3) whose two outings after her victory three starts back have confirmed her competitiveness at this level. MYMAP (4), who was recently acquired after a claiming race at Le Mans, and EXUMA (6), who acquitted herself well in a race of reference recently, are also capable of staking a claim.
- AFSHAR (9) would have needed his last start after a layoff but did appear to lose his way in three starts from February to May, having finished 2nd at this venue in a stronger race and off of a higher mark in January. On that evidence, he should have no trouble winning this event if bouncing back to that level of performance. He gets the nod ahead of STIRLING (6), who caught the eye by finishing 2nd here recently, and the enigmatic CHIEF RED CLOUD (3) whose means are certain. WAIPA (11) also ran well enough at this venue last time to be considered.
- MYBOYFRIEND (8) ran on well in the closing stages to finish 2nd in the benchmark race last month and seems capable of confirming that improvement by going one better here. He is good value to turn the tables on FLY D'ASPE (5), the winner of that race who now carries a penalty, with NUIT D'ALIENOR (12), who was tenacious in finishing 3rd from the front, again expected to acquit herself competitively. EL TORERO (6) is inconsistent but has a good record here and cannot be taken lightly either.
- CALEDONIA (7) is improving and is in good form. She can go one better on her good last run. SERENADE (1) has been in fair form since winning a claimer on debut and can fight out the finish once again. PEANUT ROYALE (2) has a winning and win her penultimate start but she is also unreliable. DAYSANIYA (4) has struggled twice on the PSF but deserves some respect based off her turf form.
- MERCURIO (5) has been runner-up three times in his career and is over due a first win. This looks a type of race he really out to win. FLEUR DE SEL (8) was runner-up in a handicap in her penultimate start and could bounce back to score after a disappointing last run. LA BOMBASSE (6) has run well twice on the turf and has a winning chance if as good on this surface. LA LIONNE (7) was a bit of a disappointment last time out but did better on debut and is not out of it.
- ZEYZOUN (5) is clearly a lot better on the turf but would not be a surprise winner on this surface and gets a narrow vote to score. L'IENISSEI (2) has been modest of late but did win on this surface in August and is capable of bouncing to score. ATANASIO (3) is better over further but is capable of winning this race. LA FLACA (7) has tended to struggle on this surface but is not out of it.
- BON ESPRIT (1) is probably at best on the turf but was not disgraced when third in a claimer over this course and distance last time out. He can win this open looking race. ROXY MUSIC (2) is a course and distance winner who is in good form of late and can contest the finish again. MISTER KOOL (5) is suited to this distance but is probably better on the grass. NAVIDAD (4) has run well at this course before and could break a very long losing streak.
- A very weak race and i would advise not to dismiss any one of them from winning. LILLY BIRD (7) won on the turf in October and has a winning chance in this line-up. LE GITAN (2) is on a very long losing streak but should be a threat off this very low mark. GARDEN CREEK (6) tris a handicap for the first time and could be ready for this race. SPINNING MIST (1) has been struggling of late but did win a handicap earlier this year off a much higher mark.
- DARK EMERY (5) was runner-up over a similar distance on the turf last time out and can win if showing that level of form on the PSF this time. ZEPHYR DE LA MARE (6) and KORA NORDIK (8) were both not disgraced over this course and distance last time out and both shoudl not be far from the finish this time around. BRAMESHOT (3) is comign off a fair win and is clearly not out of it.
- VIS LE REVE (3) has been in good form of late and is proven on this surface. He should make a bold bid at winning. PRINCESS ANNE (8) would be better suited to a longer distance but will be doing her best work late and is not out of it. DEPUTY RULER (4) has been disappointing of late but could like this surface and will prefer this distance so could be a threat. KHAZAR LISES (5) won twice at this course early this year and is another possible winner.
- KELLY GRACE (10) showed promise when fourth on debut. She tries the PSF this time but can take out the lucky last race. KEL ESPOIR EN JEU (2) has done well in three starts over further and deserves the utmost respect in this line-up. KADOR DE ROCHAUDE (1) won over this distance in the penultimate start and can bounce back to score. KIRSEINEKO (4) is distance suited and not out of it.
- Very capable under harness, at ease at Vincennes, and dangerous when barefoot, JACQUARD (10) takes his first competitive steps under the saddle and already looks the one to beat. He will meet resistance though from the accomplished JET DES MALBERAUX (7) who recently imposed over course and distance, and the ideally-engaged and in-form JAZZY THOURJAN (11) who has never disappointed in his current configuration. Winner of 2 in a row during the summer, including under these conditions, JUPITER TURGOT (5) faulted here last time but Mathieu Mottier will not allow this to happen a second time.
- Unbeaten in 3 starts under the saddle, including over course and distance mid-year, BEAT GENERATION (13) got straight down to business on his return to competition and, reunited with Alexandre Abrivard, can make this his own. That being said, IVANOF (12) won twice here during the autumn under Eric Raffin and goes barefoot for his first objective of the winter. A model of consistency in this branch of the game, ILLENC DES BOSC (9) could well have won here last month had he been launched sooner and Mathieu Mottier will not want to let this opportunity slip by. INFINIMENT CITRON (8) makes his monte debut in excellent shape and, sporting a modified configuration, is unlikely to disappoint.
By Alan Magee - HARSH showed promise on the Flat including when just denied on testing ground over 1m4f at the Listowel Festival and there was plenty to like about his hurdle debut at Punchestown last month. The Dark Angel gelding nearly lost his rider at the first hurdle and didn’t enjoy a clear passage in the straight before staying on nicely into third behind the impressive Mighty Bandit. Stablemate Jeaniemacaroney may provide the chief threat. She won a barrier trial and was placed a couple of times on the Flat and has taken well to hurdles keeping on well into third behind Semblance Of Order at Punchestown with Timeless Piece, successful twice on the Flat, close behind in fourth. Evening’s Empire won a two-year-old maiden on soft ground at the Galway Festival and is another to note on her hurdle debut.
By Alan Magee - WESTERN DIEGO won his only point-to-point start in good style and was a useful sort in bumpers last season scoring in decisive fashion over 2m3f at Naas. The Willie Mullins-trained gelding was far from disgraced in the Cheltenham Festival bumper and is an exciting recruit to hurdles. No Time To Wait impressed in a Down Royal bumper and is closely matched with the selection on running in the aforementioned Cheltenham Grade 1 but was soundly beaten along with Raglan Road and Teuchters Glory in the maiden hurdle won by Ile Atlantique on heavy ground at Gowran last month. Teuchters Glory won two bumpers and probably boasts the best piece of form over hurdles with his third to Spillane’s Tower at Naas last spring while Old Port holds a rating in the 90s on the Flat.
By Alan Magee - There is little to choose between Solitary Man and WHAT PATH judged on filling the first two places in a Listed race over course and distance last month. The selection, who won twice over this trip earlier in the season, is not the most fluent of jumpers and was again let down in that department at a crucial stage last time. Search For Glory was highly tried over hurdles last season and took advantage of a good opportunity in a Galway maiden this autumn before placed behind better fancied stablemate Croke Park in a 2m4f Navan Grade 3 last time. Mahon’s Way won his only point-to-point start in good style last year and successfully switched to hurdles over 2m3f at Naas last month. He should be suited by this step up in trip.
By Alan Magee - HARMONYA MAKER likes to force the pace and easily won twice over hurdles at Fairyhouse last season. The daughter of Saddler Maker may prove even better over fences as she jumped well and handled heavy ground when beating Brandy Love by 11 lengths at Gowran last month. Willie Mullins mounts a strong challenge with three useful mares including Hauturiere who also won twice over hurdles last term including a Listed race at Punchestown. She’s been given a summer break since winning easily on her chase debut at Killarney in May. Zenta showed smart form in juvenile hurdles last season winning a Grade 3 at Fairyhouse and, after filling third spot behind stablemate Lossiemouth in the Triumph Hurdle, landed a Grade 1 at Aintree.
By Gary Carson - EL FABIOLO is already a short price for the Champion Chase in March and it would be a major shock if he couldn't make a winning return here. The Spanish Moon gelding swept all before him in a faultless novice campaign last season, with the most impressive performance coming at Cheltenham where he ran out a convincing winner over Jonbon. With stablemate Energumene out for the season this division looks at his mercy. Even giving weight away to his rivals he still has a fair bit in hand. Vanillier is next best on official ratings but needs a good bit further than this to be seen at his best. Fil Dor may be the one to chase him home. He has already posted a decent effort this season, when second to Dinoblue in Naas.
By Gary Carson - RICKY BOBBY ran really well at Thurles last time and the previous course and distance winner may be able to strike here. He was run down by Herculaneum on the run-in then but stuck on well again late on to press that winner to a neck. Off a 3lb higher mark he's still capable of being competitive in this grade. The Banger Doyle jumped poorly back over hurdles at Thurles that same day, in a two-and-a-half mile contest. He may have sharpened up a bit from that run and is nicely handicapped over timber. Skinnider is another to consider on her return to action. The Shirocco mare won over course and distance in April before finishing third over further the next month.
By Gary Carson - MAGIC CONQUEROR wouldn't be winning out of turn here after a couple of good runner-up efforts. The Presenting mare chased home Blossom De Mai at Tramore 12 days ago and is now 5lb better off with that rival. She didn't do much wrong the last day and has been generally consistent so deserves her turn. Blossom De Mai came wide, maybe on slightly better ground, last time and was a good winner at the line. That was a big improvement and it will be interesting to see if she can back it up. C'est Rien, who was fourth in that Tramore race, is another that has to come into calculations.
- Representing the in-form Tom Lacey yard, IMMORTAL FAME gained a fourth victory over hurdles when dictating the pace at Doncaster last month. A 3lb rise looks workable for the the seven-year-old, with Cameron Iles' 8lb claim likely to prove a big help, and he is taken to go in again. Although Saturday Song suffered from post-race ataxia when down the field on his reappearance at Market Rasen in July, he should appreciate this stiffer test of stamina and isn't discounted. Awesome Foursome isn't one to write off yet either.
- TARAS HALLS comes with risk attached having come to grief at the third flight on his hurdles debut at Wetherby last month. Nevertheless, Sue Smith's charge posted some creditable efforts in bumpers last season and he looks more than capable of landing a race of this nature if putting it all together. Balhambar is a useful performer on the Flat and the four-year-old warrants respect if taking to this new discipline, while Royal Thunder is also worth a second look.
- JUNKANOO impressed with how he travelled when second in a decent contest on his hurdles bow at Ascot last month and a similar level of performance should be enough for the six-year-old to open his account here. Schmilsson didn't quite progress as hoped when only seventh at Lingfield recently, but the sharper nature of this course may enable an improved bid. Olly Murphy's gelding is feared most, ahead of Pearl Island, who is entitled to build on his Uttoxeter fourth in November.
- A winner at Newmarket on his last start on the level for Charlie Appleby in October 2022, CANNON ROCK looks a shrewd recruit to the James Owen stable and this appears a winnable contest on his hurdles bow. The son of Fastnet Rock can get the better of French recruit Karaktere D'enfer, who performed with credit on his UK debut when not beaten far at Doncaster, while Whispering Royal is open to improvement as well.
- This can go the way of Irish raider JANIDIL, who should come on plenty for his recent return in the Clonmel Oil Chase behind stablemate Allaho. The nine-year-old has performed well at the top level in recent years and he would have landed a similar Grade 2 at Fairyhouse in April but for falling at the last. Compensation could await now and he is preferred to First Flow, who won this contest in 2021 and returned with a fine effort at Ascot last month. Edwardstone ran well when chasing home Jonbon in the Tinge Creek on Saturday and he would be a big player if turned out again quickly here.
- Slight preference is for the unexposed JAVERT ALLEN, who ran with plenty of credit when second on his handicap debut at Ludlow in October and he has scope for enough improvement to defy a 5lb rise for that effort today. A half-brother to the capable Gladiateur Allen, the four-year-old should be fine in these conditions and he is preferred to the consistent Matchless, who has not been outside the first three in his last five hurdle starts. Course winner Mr Mackay and Swinton Hurdle runner-up Teddy Blue can also have a say in proceedings.
- Of the four previous bumper winners, MAGICAL ANNIE looks the most intriguing on her debut for Ben Pauling, after showing tenacity to land a similar contest at Galway on her sole start in Ireland. That was a rough race but the daughter of Jukebox Jury overcame scrimmaging to get her head in front and she should come on for that introduction. A similar display of determination could suffice here, although Future Fortune and Rula Bula appear to be serious threats.
- Rockinastorm was handed the race by a faller at the last on his chasing debut at Warwick last month, hence his unchanged mark coming into this contest. He is respected nonetheless and is likely to be on the premises. However, MOTION IN LIMINE has a touch more experience in this discipline and could be hard to repel if he builds on his half-length second at Sedgefield last time out. Jacks Touch also rates as shortlist material on just his fourth start over fences.
- A comfortable winner of an Irish point-to-point, DREAM BOY showed ability on his hurdles debut at Ayr last month and, while he got tired near the finish that day, it was his first start since June, so is entitled to be a lot sharper for the run. Valleyview Tommy also comes into the reckoning based on his recent third-placed finish over C&D, while hurdles debutant Wal Buck's is another notable contender.
- Houston Texas has a lot going for him given his proven stamina, but conceding 11lb to an improving chaser such as GENTLEMAN DE MAI puts him at a disadvantage given the likely testing conditions. The latter, whose yard won the 2019 renewal of this race, arrives on the back of gutsy win over 2m7f here last month and is taken to relish the return to a marathon trip. Destiny Is All and Bali Body are a couple of others to consider.
- INEDIT STAR returned from a spell in France with a respectable effort on his debut run for the Nick Kent yard when a close second at Wetherby last month. Likely to be a lot sharper for the run, the five-year-old is fancied to go one place better here. Course specialist Traprain Law is feared most, although Donna's Double is open to improvement with a tongue-tie now tried.
- TIGER ORCHID's stamina appeared stretched by the extended 3m1f distance when finishing third to the classy Giovinco at Aintree last month. The slight drop in trip here should see the son of Mores Wells in a better light and a seventh career victory could be on the horizon. Universal Folly was ahead of the selection in second that day and he is likely to be in the mix once more, with Brandy Mcqueen completing the shortlist.
- Dangan Cloud has posted two creditable efforts in defeat over timber to date and Lucinda Russell's inmate should put that experience to good use in this contest. However, hurdles debutant MICKS JET has some useful bumper form in the book and she has the scope to climb greater heights in this discipline. The daughter of Jet Away makes most appeal, while March Wind may fare best of the remainder.
- Eloi Du Puy is bound to be popular arriving on a hat-trick, having won his last two starts, but preference is for EMOTIONAL MEMORIES. The six-year-old posted a career-best effort when runner-up to a subsequent winner at Lingfield, he went up 1lb for that but there could be more to come and he is taken to go one better. Bangor-on-Dee second Ffree Pedro and Cowboy Cooper have to get involved as well.
- Similar to his stable, SERIOUS EGO is in terrific form at present, having won his last two comfortably at Hexham, and the hat-trick could be on the cards for the 10-year-old despite a further 7lb rise. Conditions are in his favour once more and he may have too much for C&D winner Faithfulflyer, as well as Duyfken, who ran with plenty of credit here on his return and should be open to improvement.
- DIAMONDSINTHESAND capitalised on a career-low mark when appearing to win with something in hand over C&D last month and the six-year-old is fancied to defy a 6lb rise in the ratings. The progressive Intoxicata should give another good account of herself and the three-year-old isn't taken lightly. Sir Titan has posted a string of creditable efforts in defeat in recent months and the veteran is unlikely to be far away either.
- FIRST ENCORE finished a respectable third off a mark of 78 on his handicap bow at Kempton last month and he looks the one to beat on this switch to maiden company. Jackson Street offered a lot more to work with when posting a fifth-placed finish at Newcastle in last month. Karl Burke's colt may give the selection most to think about if finding any further improvement, while Allegorical has the most experience and looks next best.
- DARLO PRIDE has hit new heights since being fitted with a visor, as evidenced by his recent victories at Chelmsford and Lingfield. A 6lb penalty for last week's success may not be enough to prevent the gelded son of Outstrip from completing a hat-trick. Suanni finished just under two lengths behind the selection on Wednesday and he is feared most racing off the same mark, shortly followed by the in-form Gustav Graves.
- BLUE HAWAII has adapted well to racing on the Flat and is taken to add to last week's 1m6f success, despite having to carry a 4lb penalty. Placed twice over this trip at Newcastle in November, the drop back in distance isn't expected to cause too many issues for the selection and she is fancied to strike again while the iron is still hot. Duveen and Footsy are still relatively unexposed and both command respect, along with The Craftymaster if he handles the drop in trip.
- MR TRICK was just denied in a driving finish at Lingfield on Tuesday and, with the quick turnaround suggesting he is thriving on being kept busy, he looks worth siding with off the same mark here. Still unexposed over the trip, the selection has proven form on the all-weather and ticks too many boxes to ignore, despite carrying top-weight. Get Set Jet rates as the biggest danger and is a possible improver with a tongue-tie applied. Neptune Legend and Reformed Character complete the shortlist.
- FINN RUSSELL is in the form of his life at present having won his last two starts, including one over this C&D, and he can bring up the hat-trick despite carrying a 6lb penalty for his latest success. Eagle Day arrives on the back of a comfortable victory over this track and trip last month and a 5lb rise may not prevent another bold bid today. Others to note include Flatley, Goldsmith and Measured Moments.
- An eye-catcher when not getting a clear run and running on late for third on his first start for new connections at Lingfield last month, BEN DIKDUK must hold every chance of breaking the maiden at the 11th time of asking. The son of New Approach is preferred to the consistent Katar and Aclaim To Fame, who has switched yards again since a strong placed effort at Newcastle in October.
- SHABAABY bounced back to form with a solid success over C&D last time out and a 4lb rise may be not be enough to stop him going again, having run off much higher marks in the past. Port Noir returns from a break having won at Chepstow when last seen in June, while Churchill Bay has finished a neck second over this C&D on his last two starts and must be considered. Astrophysics and Revolucion are also entitled to be thereabouts.
- MIGHTY GLORY has shown enough in both career outings to suggest that he can get off the mark now. Baroness Bourbon and Raleigh St. Clair are likely to be thereabouts.
- This can go the way of SHIGEKO, who has the recent form to suggest that she can get back to winning ways. Lemon Taffy and Shasi look to be her main dangers.
- BOY IS SHE A LADY did it when scoring well last time out and this rise in distance can eke out further improvement. She is preferred to High School Crush and Sweet As Sugar.
- TWO THIRTY FIVE had Alfio (second) behind when scoring over C&D last time out and he can uphold that form on his way to going one better. Market Alert cannot be ruled out either.
- SEBA M showed enough pace over further here last time out to suggest that he can handle the drop in distance now. Charles J and Lotsa Trouble could give him the most to think about.
- SKI PATROL has been in fine form of late and a second win in three starts could be in the offing for the five-year-old. Playingwithmatches and What's Up Bro are also high on the shortlist.
- Runner-up on two of his last four starts, COSTA TERRA deserves a change in luck and he can get that on this occasion. Little Demon and Portos also warrant consideration.
- WHITE CHOCOLATE remains unexposed and has made a good start to her career, so a second win in five starts looks like a distinct possibility. That may be at the main expense of Security Code and Sweetest Princess.
- DUDLEY DICKERSON has been running with plenty of credit of late and this looks like an ideal opportunity to finally get off the mark at the 15th time of asking. Others to note include Escape Key, Max Foster and Perfect Outcome.
- BARRELHOUSE opened his account in good style here recently and he looks more than capable of completing a quick-fire double. Leg Up and S S Spartan Energy top the list of threats.
- This represents a drop in class for PARTY MONSTER, who has been in fair form at Delaware of late and the filly may be able to thwart last-time-out winners Beckon and Ride The Rapids.
- PERSONABLE has performed with credit in stronger contests here of late and the Great Notion gelding looks to have been found a suitable opportunity to regain the winning thread. Stomping Moon, Hot Fudge Sonde and Bon Bueno are all closely matched and can battle it out for the minor spoils.
- LASTWALKTOFREEDOM posted a respectable second on his stable bow over an extended 4f here last month and he should take all the beating now faced with a more appropriate test of stamina. Red Hot Toddy is feared most, ahead of Comeonturnmeloose.
- SHEWEARSSTILETTOS sets a strong standard for this grade and she's hard to oppose. Recent maiden winner Machen Margaritas may give the selection most to think about, ahead of Very Venus.
- VAGABOND VIRGIN recorded a career-best performance when landing the spoils over C&D last month and Jeff Runco's inmate rates as the one to be with. Grumpy's Buddy and Summoning Denis can fill the places.
- Bomboloni, Askin For A Baskin, and By Its Absence could all go close if translating their form to this venue, but five-time Charles Town winner THEWITCHISGONE doesn't have any question marks on that front and he could run away with this.
- Miss Argentina and Far More both have leading claims and are sure to prove popular in their current form. Nevertheless, TRUE BUCKPASSING caught the eye with her finishing effort when sixth here on debut over an inadequate extended 4f and the filly could find enough improvement over these extra two furlongs to open her account.
- This represents a drop in grade for WISH CAREFULLY and he can take advantage as he looks to break his maiden tag. Newcomer Springtown and Bobby Two Shot's can give him most to think about.
- KATIE'S C appeared to be in fine fettle when last sighted in July, cruising to score over 7f at Evangeline. Edith Mojica's filly has winning form at this trip and is preferred to Macee, narrowly denied when last on a racetrack during the summer. Star's Dream drops in class and also enters the reckoning.
- SERENADINGTHEMOON has not been sighted since October of last year, but she takes a marked drop in class now and is fancied to shrug off her absence. Customized Twin, Scarlet Storm and Cced For Steph are others likely to be comfortable at this level of competition.
- SKYKAT got up late to edge Quinn Murphy and Broadway Pearl on her first try around this venue last month. Cesar Govea's mare is clearly in good heart at present and is taken to better that pair once again.
- J Z'S FIRST gets the nod following an emphatic success here last month. Fellow last-time-out victor Seriously Sam is a worthy adversary, while No Nannette No and Pelletier are noted for place purposes.
- JOHNNNY'S GAME is the suggestion having displayed promise on his debut in an Evangeline maiden back in July. Larry's Lunchbox and Rockall filled the places in that order behind Absolute Courage in a similar event here last time and are also respected.
- Fouralivia has readily landed both her starts thus far, though today's step up to a mile makes things more interesting and perhaps SIKARA SIKARA, successful over an extended 7f when last seen out in August, can halt her momentum. Last-time-out maiden winner Grace Hazel also merits a second look.
- PROTONIC POWER has been knocking on the door in similar events and appeals as the safest option. Nelson Avenue is expected to be there or thereabouts, while Unified Dreams has held his form this year and also merits consideration.
- CATSKILL HUMOR landed a decent maiden at Belmont back in the fall and is the percentage call. Lure'em In is a solid performer at this level and rates a danger, while Empire Of My Own and Firing Bullets are contenders in this grade.
- A Miss Deameanor earned a silver medal here last time and has obvious claims, while No Fear put in some good late work on her debut at Delta Downs last month and makes the shortlist. Clear preference, however, is for Steve Asmussen's FREEBURN, a creditable third on debut in deeper waters at Churchill Downs last month.
- CHANCERY WAY is a proven winner at this level and is hard to oppose as a result. The shortlist is completed by Tam's Little Angel and Blue Wildcat.
- Berolijean and Lord Wimborne are both capable of going well but the vote goes to WILL IS CHILL, based on his second over C&D last month.
- Regal Redwood has displayed enough to suggest he can make his presence felt, while Singing N Danzing has improved with each outing and could have further progress to come on just his fourth start. However, COME OUT FIGHTING lost nothing in defeat when runner-up over six furlongs here last month and he can go one better.
- THOMPSON sauntered clear to score by nearly ten lengths over this distance at Santa Anita in October and he is difficult to oppose after such a dominant display. Pleaseusetheportal and Super Ellie both shed the maiden tag with fluent victories at this venue last month and look the obvious pair to concentrate on for minor honours.
- Better can be expected from El Berrinches down in grade, while R M C Hook'em invariably runs his race under these conditions and is respected. However, PERFORMATIVE has won three of his last six starts and appeared to have plenty in hand when successful over this distance at Fresno in October.
- BOLD MISTRESS always appeared in command when scoring by three lengths over an extended five furlongs here last month and she could prove tough to catch if adopting the same positive tactics. Austrian Navy had Mary Margaret (second) and Don't Tell Hydee (third) in behind when landing the spoils here latest and they look the obvious trio to threaten the selection.
- Our Expectation is quickly dropped in grade by new connections and market support would be interesting, while Rally Cat hinted his turn could be near when third over track and trip last month. However, SPEEDING STYLE has finished runner-up on his last two starts, the latest under these conditions in October, and he can gain a deserved success.
- Running On Fire has gone close on more than one occasion, while Winning Lover finished second on debut over six furlongs here in June and would rate a threat to all if fit enough after his absence. However, PETER FLIES has finished runner-up on all three of his starts to date and is taken to shed the maiden tag.
- LADY'S SERMON regained the winning thread with a determined success over track and trip last month and she may prove too strong with her confidence boosted. Zazen drops significantly in grade and it will be disappointing if she failed to make her presence felt, with City Glitter looking the pick of the remainder.
- A Man's Man (third) and Black Caspian (fourth) are closely matched on their run under these conditions last month and both aren't passed over lightly but slight preference is for HARMON. The selection boasts placed form in stronger contests than this and hinted at a return to form when finishing fourth over track and trip last time.
- UTTERLY ENCHANTING finished a very respectable third in stakes company over 6f here last month and she looks to have found a golden opportunity today. Mystic Seaport and Isabella's Glory are others to consider.
- VIKING QUEEN finished second on her penultimate start in this grade and a repeat of that effort should suffice. Thunder Buggy and Pounding Music aren't out of it either.
- AGARRAMESIPUEDES was well-held in fourth in a stronger contest than this last time, but this level of opposition should be much more within his reach and he can record his second career success. King Covee and Victors Valiant could also have a say.
- TRITONE GAL was denied by over two lengths into second over an extended 5f on her latest outing and she looks to have lots in her favour as she bids to go one better. Whatsyourbigidea and Flimsy also merit consideration.
- SHINELIKEADIAMOND was victorious by a head in a much hotter contest than this last week and she looks difficult to oppose at this level. Spicy Margarita and I Have Courage can give her the most work to do.
- OXIDE was denied by just under two lengths when fourth over 7f last time and that could prove to be solid enough form to take this. Forloveofcountry and Eddie The Great are also worthy of consideration.
- JACK'S LEGEND was only denied by a neck when second in a similar contest last month and he can go one better today. Margie's Fun Son and Hay Chief could also get involved.
- FREE ADMISSION ran with huge credit when filling the runner-up berth over an extended 5f last time and this drop in distance shouldn't pose any problems. Punkin and Vixsinzkeltkbanshe head the dangers.
- LEBLON did it well over C&D on his penultimate start and there could be far more to come from the six-year-old as he goes back up in trip. His chief threats look to be Digital and Hoku.
- PINFIRE has shown enough in recent starts to suggest that he can get off the mark at the fifth time of asking. Accident and Stonks cannot be ruled out either.
- JENNIFER MY LOVE must hold every chance if bouncing back to the form that saw her win on her penultimate start. She is preferred to the likes of In Color and What's To Do.
- MOUFFY won a similar race at Ellis Park in August and, as a result, she gets the vote here ahead of Lexa and Catiche.
- TALL BOY sets the standard based on his three-length win at Churchill Downs last month, although Hilliard and Galt should not be discounted.
- Mendelsfly and Papa's Ransom both merit consideration the preference is for FAVORITE HAUNT, after his encouraging effort at Delaware a couple of months ago.