May 17 / 18.45 Hamilton

18.45

Good

Flutter Proud To Support Young Lives Vs Cancer Apprentice Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

  • Prize money: £14946.6
  • 1m 3f 15y
  • Class 4
  • 10 runners
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Flutter Proud To Support Young Lives Vs Cancer Apprentice Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Light rain

7/2 (Won)

  • Win: £3.50
  • Place: £1.40

Form: 4575-1 CD

Last run: 21 days

W: 9st 10lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 73

Form & Verdict
Three wins (C&D, 1m6f and 2m1f) in summer 2024 and, from a reduced mark, back on the scoresheet at Musselburgh (1m4f) three weeks ago when arriving very late on the scene at 20-1 under Lauren Young to deny Fast Fred; back up 4lb but could take another step back up the ladder.
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No / Draw
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Distance / Class
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Verdict Starting price

1st

3

(5)

16th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

2m 1f 27y

Class 3

18:15 Pontefract

Letsbefrank

9st 10lb

J: Lauren Young

T: Jim Goldie

Ridden this season by Lauren Young; won at Musselburgh (1m4f) and Hamilton (1m3f) on first two starts, with a good third at Thirsk (1m4f) next time, all on good ground; shaped as if still in form in a steadily run race on latest outing; this good season (better than 2025) has been over much shorter but he did win this race on good to firm in 2024; not dismissed.

7/2

6th

10

(12)

20th Jun 2026

Good

1m 5f 26y

Class 2

14:53 Ayr

Letsbefrank

8st 8lb

J: Lauren Young

T: Jim Goldie

He's reappeared in rude health this year with wins under Lauren Young at Musselburgh (1m4f, good) and Hamilton (1m3f, good) before good third at Thirsk (1m4f, good) last time; he'll be fine at this longer trip, and also if slow ground prevails; could be bang there.

8/1

2nd
12 (10)
Krissy

7/1

  • Place: £1.70

Form: 21-271

Last run: 21 days

W: 8st 10lb

5 yo Filly

OR: 59

Form & Verdict
There was an extraordinary turnaround in her fortunes late last year and she was better still when winning from the front in a 12-runner race at Musselburgh (1m1f, good) on return to turf three weeks ago; with earlier AW wins over 1m2f and 1m4f, this step back up in trip does not look a worry and going up another 4lb may also be manageable; major player.
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2nd

1

(3)

21st Aug 2026

Good

1m 1f 35y

Class 4

17:07 Hamilton

Krissy

9st 10lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Jim Goldie

Is enjoying an excellent season and notched a fourth success in 9f Musselburgh handicap in June; came in last of nine at Ayr (1m) last time but she's the sort to bounce back.

12/1

9th

2

(9)

20th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 5

16:00 Ayr

Krissy

9st 7lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Jim Goldie

Ended 2025 on the up and she has maintained her progress in 2026, winning four times over 1m1f on good ground; not at her best last time but foolish to think she won't continue progressing; unraced on faster than good.

6/1

4th

2

(3)

4th Jul 2026

Good

1m 1f 0y

Class 5

18:09 Carlisle

Krissy

10st 7lb

J: Miss Kayleigh Williams

T: Jim Goldie

Four wins this year include a C&D success (Hostility second, Jewel Maker fourth) in May and when again making all to beat five others at Musselburgh (1m1f, also good) 12 days ago; creeping up the weights but she's gone back-to-back before and needs respecting.

11/4

20/1

  • Place: £3.50

Form: 6182-0

Last run: 16 days

W: 9st 4lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 67

Form & Verdict
Can get a bit worked up and not that consistent but he still won last summer at Ayr (1m2f) and Carlisle (1m1f) and ran creditably over 1m4f on final outing; no show at 33-1 for recent reappearance when a hood was enlisted, which it isn't today; competitive if this is one of his good days.
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Verdict Starting price

1st

3

(2)

7th Aug 2026

Good

1m 5f 0y

Class 5

16:24 Musselburgh

Sure And Stedfast

9st 13lb

J: Greg Fairley

T: Ewan Whillans

In the frame three times at Hamilton this year, beaten under 1l when third of five in tactical race on latest occasion four weeks ago (1m5f, good); can go well again here but others look better handicapped.

10/1

3rd

5

(6)

11th Jul 2026

Good

1m 5f 16y

Class 4

19:20 Hamilton

Sure And Stedfast

8st 13lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Ewan Whillans

A dual winner (at up to 1m2f) last season; recorded a very good second over C&D in June and didn't enjoy a smooth run when fifth of 12 at Newcastle (1m4f) two weeks ago; remains one to be interested in.

11/2

5th

1

(10)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

1m 4f 98y

Class 5

16:58 Newcastle (AW)

Sure And Stedfast

9st 9lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Ewan Whillans

Two-time turf winner (1m1f/1m2f) who arrives in good nick after two solid placed efforts at Hamilton (1m3f/1m5f); hasn't shone in two starts here but otherwise he's more solid than most.

4/1

OUR TIP

Form: 6/461- D

Last run: 237 days

W: 9st 11lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 74

Form & Verdict
1m3f Flat and 2m hurdle wins last autumn on first two runs for Gavin Cromwell but pulled up one month ago on handicap hurdle debut when wearing tongue-strap and cheekpieces for the first time; the latter are not retained on this first run for new yard (same owner); could have more to offer on Flat.
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2nd

3

(4)

1st Aug 2026

Good

1m 5f 16y

Class 4

19:00 Hamilton

Secret Force

10st 0lb

J: Mikey Sheehy

T: Adrian Paul Keatley

2-5 since joining this yard, winning at Pontefract (2m2f, good; first-time visor) in June and over hurdles at Cartmel a fortnight ago; clearly in good heart, but this may not be far enough for him now.

6/1

1st

5

18th Jul 2026

Good

2m 1f 46y

Class 3

15:10 Cartmel

Secret Force

11st 7lb

J: Isabelle Ryder

T: Adrian Paul Keatley

Won a juvenile hurdle for Gavin Cromwell at Punchestown (2m, good to yielding) in October and was also on target in 2m2f Flat marathon for new stable in June; still unexposed over jumps; no surprise if he features.

10/1

7th

2

(10)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

2m 0f 56y

Class 4

16:20 York

Secret Force

9st 7lb

J: Mikey Sheehy

T: Adrian Paul Keatley

Sole run on good to firm was last July when tailed off in a novice race; staying-on third here (1m4f) this June and he knuckled down well to score over 2m2f at Pontefract (also on good) eight days later; that win was the first time he'd worn this headgear combination and his first go at a staying trip on the Flat; up 4lb but probably has more to offer and he's a big player if he goes on the ground.

9/4

Form: 5114-4 CD

Last run: 14 days

W: 8st 12lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 61

Form & Verdict
4-27 at Hamilton, which has dominated his itinerary but he also has two wins elsewhere; made a respectable return to Flat over C&D two weeks ago under Lexie Clarkson and could build on that to get seriously involved.
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1st

10

(4)

9th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

1m 3f 39y

Class 5

20:12 Carlisle

Jaminoz

8st 13lb

J: Lexie Clarkson

T: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore

Six-time winner, including over C&D last July (good to soft); well suited by give in the ground, so after two fair runs this season, is one with a chance.

8/1

5th

11

(4)

17th May 2026

Good

1m 3f 15y

Class 4

18:45 Hamilton

Jaminoz

8st 12lb

J: Lexie Clarkson

T: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore

4-27 at Hamilton, which has dominated his itinerary but he also has two wins elsewhere; made a respectable return to Flat over C&D two weeks ago under Lexie Clarkson and could build on that to get seriously involved.

16/1

4th

6

(2)

3rd May 2026

Good

1m 3f 15y

Class 5

17:35 Hamilton

Jaminoz

9st 2lb

J: Lexie Clarkson

T: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore

Four-time course winner, most recently over today's trip (good to soft) in September; ended 2025 with two below-par hurdle runs, though, and would appeal more on ground slower than good.

7/1

12/1

Form: 35-776

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 71

Form & Verdict
Went close more than once for Harry Charlton but left that yard an eight-race maiden and she's not threatened to put that right in three runs for new yard; has tried cheekpieces and now has tongue tied for step up in trip.
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7th

6

(7)

3rd Sep 2026

Soft

1m 2f 42y

Class 3

16:25 Haydock

Polygram

9st 1lb

J: David Allan

T: Tristan Davidson

Failed to win any of her first 15 starts but has now won two of her last three, the latter success gained on good to soft at Hamilton (1m1f) 13 days ago; a 3lb rise is fair but the opposition looks stronger this time.

11/2

1st

2

(1)

21st Aug 2026

Good

1m 1f 35y

Class 4

17:07 Hamilton

Polygram

9st 10lb

J: David Allan

T: Tristan Davidson

Gained a breakthrough success at Pontefract (1m) in July and backed it up with a good second of five in handicap at Ripon (1m2f) 18 days ago; a player off the same mark.

4/1

2nd

4

(5)

3rd Aug 2026

Good

1m 1f 170y

Class 4

16:24 Ripon

Polygram

9st 5lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Tristan Davidson

Close second of five at Ayr (1m2f, good to firm) last month before getting off the mark at the 16th attempt at Pontefract (1m, good to firm) eight days ago; had something to spare and she's respected under a penalty.

5/2

40/1

Form: 415-09 D

Last run: 21 days

W: 9st 4lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 67

Form & Verdict
Won handicap debut at Windsor (heavy) in September and creditable fifth at Yarmouth (good) next time, both over an extended 1m3f; left Ed Walker for 32,000gns later in October and behind on both runs (1m4f; 25-1 and 28-1) this season, so seems best watched for now.
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4th

9

(6)

25th Aug 2026

Good

2m 2f 28y

Class 4

15:45 Musselburgh

Furhaan

8st 10lb

J: Lauren Young

T: Jim Goldie

Runner-up at York (16.2f, good to firm) last month and good third to Vaguely Royal there (16.2f, good to firm) last time; this in-form 4yo has an each-way shout once more.

9/1

3rd

11

(11)

24th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

2m 0f 56y

Class 4

18:05 York

Furhaan

8st 6lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Jim Goldie

He's gradually worked his way back into form for his new yard this year, finishing second over C&D (good to firm) a fortnight ago; one to consider.

11/1

2nd

10

(1)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

2m 0f 56y

Class 4

16:20 York

Furhaan

8st 6lb

J: Lauren Young

T: Jim Goldie

Won handicap debut for Ed Walker off 4lb higher last September (extended 1m3f, heavy); got closer to that level in on his last two runs for his new connections and seemed to stay 2m at Chester last time, but he was only fifth of seven in that race and others have more pressing claims.

14/1

11/4

Form: 66-212 D

Last run: 21 days

W: 10st 0lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
Dependable sort who's been in career-best form with a win and two seconds this season; raised another 2lb but can show up well again after his two big runs at Musselburgh (pipped by Letsbefrank latest); highly respected.
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2nd

2

(9)

25th Aug 2026

Good

2m 2f 28y

Class 4

15:45 Musselburgh

Fast Fred

9st 8lb

J: Sam James

T: Phillip Makin

Won here (1m4f, good) in April; beaten a head at Chester (1m4f, good) last month and again finished second at Haydock (1m6f, good) last time; ran well over an extended 2m at York last season and could be involved.

10/1

2nd

2

(8)

7th Aug 2026

Good

1m 6f 0y

Class 5

18:18 Haydock

Fast Fred

11st 2lb

J: Miss Pippa Brown

T: Phillip Makin

Winner off 4lb lower at Musselburgh in April (1m4f, good) and back to form when runner-up at Chester last time (1m4f, good); seems to stay 1m6f so could go well.

4/1

2nd

1

(1)

11th Jul 2026

Good

1m 4f 63y

Class 5

17:00 Chester

Fast Fred

9st 9lb

J: David Allan

T: Phillip Makin

Drops back in trip/grade having never landed a blow in the Northumberland Vase last time; broadly consistent otherwise this term and won at Musselburgh (12.5f) in April; 4lb higher now, though.

13/2

11/1

Form: 11427- BF

Last run: 172 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 64

Form & Verdict
Won three times over 1m2f under 7lb claimer Jake Dickson last August/September; progressive overall in that campaign and needs respect if she's sufficiently tuned up for this reappearance; market may guide.
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2nd

7

(2)

22nd Aug 2026

Good

1m 2f 1y

Class 5

18:30 Redcar

Sweet Kiss

9st 5lb

J: Jake Dickson

T: Tim Easterby

Scored three times at 1m2f in 2025; comes here in decent nick, finishing sixth of 11 in 1m2f handicap at Ayr 12 days ago; not out of things with cheekpieces added.

13/2

6th

4

(2)

10th Aug 2026

Good

1m 2f 0y

Class 6

16:45 Ayr

Sweet Kiss

9st 11lb

J: Jake Dickson

T: Tim Easterby

Yet to win this season but came from quite a long way off the pace for clear second at Newcastle (1m2f, AW) last month and remains on a workable mark; has possibilities if this race is run to suit.

7/1

2nd

7

(4)

25th Jul 2026

Standard To Slow

1m 2f 42y

Class 6

13:35 Newcastle (AW)

Sweet Kiss

9st 3lb

J: Jake Dickson

T: Tim Easterby

Two C&D runs (fourth on first occasion) last autumn are the sum of her AW racing experience; 3-14 on turf thanks to winning three times over 1m2f under Jake Dickson in the space of four starts last August/September; big shout on peak form, which she's not quite reproduced this season.

10/1

14/1

Form: 146-48

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 9lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Raced at 1m this season, for a good fourth on reappearance but well-beaten second favourite here next time; this is a rethink on trip but a C&D third last June and 1m2f win last September are encouraging.
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8th

6

(14)

31st Aug 2026

Standard

1m 0f 13y

Class 6

15:17 Southwell (AW)

Izzari

9st 7lb

J: Andrew Mullen

T: Iain Jardine

Newcastle win this time last year came off a 7lb higher mark; well backed on the drop to this company at Carlisle a few weeks ago, when faring much better, and is one to consider (likely to be dropped in as usual from the outside stall).

5/1

2nd

3

(6)

11th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 173y

Class 6

14:45 Carlisle

Izzari

10st 0lb

J: Cara Tuke

T: Iain Jardine

A dual 1m/1m2f winner in 2025; largely below par this season though and only ninth of 12 in 1m Newcastle handicap last time; others appeal more.

10/1

9th

12

(14)

25th Jul 2026

Standard To Slow

1m 0f 5y

Class 4

16:00 Newcastle (AW)

Izzari

8st 11lb

J: Andrew Mullen

T: Iain Jardine

Dual winner (including here) in 2025 but his more recent turf form is much less encouraging; needs to bounce back returned to Tapeta.

40/1

Non-runners

LEagle Aid, Kisiyra

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta £12.50
Straight Forecast £10.64
Tricast £97.88
Trifecta £129.00

Selections

SPOTLIGHT:

Letsbefrank

POSTDATA:

Fast Fred

Telegraph:

Secret Force

The Star:

Krissy

D Express:

Sure And Stedfast

The Times:

L'Eagle Aid

TOPSPEED:

Jaminoz

Daily Mirror:

Fast Fred

RP RATINGS:

Letsbefrank

The Sun:

Letsbefrank

Daily Record:

Letsbefrank