October 27 / 15.30 Doncaster

15.30

Heavy

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  • Prize money: £15462
  • 0m 6f 2y
  • Class 2
  • 10 runners
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Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Showers

Abandoned

Form: 420267 CD BF

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 12lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 102

Form & Verdict
Won twice in the mud here last autumn, including an emphatic display in Listed company over C&D; 0-8 this year but retains all her ability and she wasn't beaten far in the Ayr Gold Cup off a 1lb higher mark last month; didn't seem to enjoy Newmarket last time and she should go well back at this more conventional track.
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7th

2

(6)

14th Oct 2023

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

17:00 Newmarket

Fast Response

9st 3lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: K R Burke

Ended 2022 on a high and she's continued the good work, albeit without winning, this season; runner-up three times in Listed events and also ran well in the Ayr Gold Cup when racing nearest the far rail; handles all ground but the recent rain is an obvious positive.

5/2

OUR TIP

Abandoned

Form: -53660 D

Last run: 84 days

W: 9st 11lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 101

Form & Verdict
Relatively fresh having had just five starts this year and although he's only been placed in one of them, he's looked as good as ever; Ascot sixth in July (7f, good), when doing comfortably best of the far-side group, came off a 2lb higher mark and the quick turnaround may have counted against him at Goodwood shortly afterwards; hasn't raced at 6f since his debut win but he handles heavy ground and his stamina will be an asset; interesting
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10th

1

(2)

28th Sep 2024

Heavy

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:20 Ripon

Tacarib Bay

9st 12lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Richard Hannon

raced far side

10/1

6th

2

(2)

15th Sep 2024

Good

0m 6f 111y

Class 2

16:15 Doncaster

Tacarib Bay

9st 5lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

in rear

13/2

2nd

1

(3)

7th Sep 2024

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:55 Ascot

Tacarib Bay

10st 0lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

Both turf wins on soft and won a Listed race on AW in November; ducks and dives regarding the trip but he nearly made his first 6f turf handicap a winning one at Goodwood recently; back up 4lb but has course form at 7f; interesting.

11/2

Abandoned

Form: 197373 C

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 10lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Flagbearer for his yard and he has been reinvigorated by a return to 6f of late, running well for third in the Ayr Gold Cup and then turning in a huge effort at York 13 days ago (6f, soft) when third overall but well clear of those who raced in the stands' side group; unraced on heavy ground but goes well on soft and he has won at this track; should give it another good go.
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15th

2

(2)

6th Jul 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:30 Ayr

Gweedore

10st 2lb

J: Cian Horgan

T: Katie Scott

Ended last season with a 7f win on soft ground but made a slow start to this campaign; not the percentage call.

50/1

16th

10

(16)

13th Jun 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 3

14:25 York

Gweedore

9st 8lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Katie Scott

9yo who has won 13 times, the latest off today's mark at Musselburgh last November; however, he's failed to shine on his three outings this season.

33/1

Abandoned

Form: 412215 D

Last run: 27 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 91

Form & Verdict
All five wins, and 15 of his 24 runs, have come at Chester; has run well at other tracks and effective on deep ground but it's questionable whether he's well enough treated to win away from his favourite haunt.
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9th

4

(9)

11th Jul 2026

Good

0m 7f 1y

Class 1

15:52 Chester

Roman Dragon

9st 7lb

J: Jack Callan

T: Hugo Palmer

Has won in Bahrain but all eight British wins have come at Chester (5f/6f); his last success was in May but he's gone backwards since and was beaten 14l in the Wokingham last time; now returns to Chester but he's drawn out wide and has something to prove back up in trip.

14/1

24th

14

(12)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Roman Dragon

9st 4lb

J: Mason Paetel

T: Hugo Palmer

Has won in Bahrain but all eight British wins have come at Chester and he's been soundly beaten in the last two runnings of this race (100-1 each time); has been wearing cheekpieces but visor is now refitted.

100/1

11th

1

(6)

6th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 3y

Class 2

17:55 Epsom

Roman Dragon

9st 9lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: Hugo Palmer

Has gained all eight domestic wins at Chester, the most recent on penultimate start; Epsom is an unknown and he's on a difficult mark, conceding weight all round to boot.

22/1

Abandoned

Form: 137600 CD

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 0lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 90

Form & Verdict
C&D win in April (soft) came off a 4lb higher mark; obvious chance on that run, and his subsequent York third, but last time was disappointing, even allowing for him being drawn on the wrong side.
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9th

7

(5)

25th Oct 2024

Soft

0m 6f 2y

Class 2

15:18 Doncaster

Magical Spirit

8st 10lb

J: Shane Gray

T: Kevin Ryan

8yo who has finished down the field on his last four runs and needs a major turnaround; however, he's just 1lb higher than when winning in a big field over C&D (soft) in April on his last run here, and his good record at Doncaster also includes a win in this race in 2021; dangerous to dismiss.

12/1

9th

3

(8)

28th Sep 2024

Heavy

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:20 Ripon

Magical Spirit

9st 4lb

J: Tom Eaves

T: Kevin Ryan

Three heavy defeats have followed his impressive Doncaster win in April (6f, soft); not the easiest to predict but conditions won't be an issue and he's dangerous to write off.

14/1

15th

3

(9)

17th Aug 2024

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:20 Ripon

Magical Spirit

9st 2lb

J: Tom Eaves

T: Kevin Ryan

raced near side

33/1

Abandoned

Form: 093074 D

Last run: 13 days

W: 8st 12lb

9 yo Gelding

OR: 88

Form & Verdict
Veteran mudlark who retains plenty of enthusiasm; solid effort when fourth at York 13 days ago but hard pressed to see him reversing those placings with Gweedore given his old rival beat him despite racing in the unfavoured stands' side group.
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7th

9

(3)

20th Sep 2025

Soft

0m 5f 110y

Class 4

15:40 Chester

Hyperfocus

9st 1lb

J: Harry Russell

T: Tim Easterby

Won over C&D (good to soft) last July but he's lost his way and has been out of sorts this season; now 17lb lower than for that last win but the veteran has a lot to prove.

20/1

115

19th Sep 2025

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:40 Ayr

Hyperfocus

8st 8lb

T: Tim Easterby

11

(1)

5th Sep 2025

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 4

14:42 Haydock

Hyperfocus

9st 2lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: Tim Easterby

Four-time course winner who has tumbled down the weights and runs here for the first time this season; however, this 11yo has been struggling this year and a major turnaround is required.

25/1

Form: 298600 D

Last run: 13 days

W: 8st 11lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
On a good mark on this season's best and he's fully effective on heavy ground; ran creditably in the Ayr Gold Cup and then drawn on the wrong side at York last time; should give a good account but perhaps vulnerable for win purposes.
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1st

2

(2)

20th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 96y

Class 4

19:30 Beverley

It Just Takes Time

9st 5lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

Back in form with three placed efforts this summer; the latest one took his C&D record to 1113; this front-running 8yo remains just 1lb above last winning mark; solid chance.

5/2

3rd

1

(3)

4th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 96y

Class 4

17:10 Beverley

It Just Takes Time

9st 9lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

A three-time C&D scorer; right back to his best of late when runner-up in 7f handicaps at Wetherby and Thirsk, caught only late on latter occasion; up 2lb but another bold showing is on the cards.

3/1

2nd

2

(4)

16th Jun 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

16:02 Thirsk

It Just Takes Time

10st 0lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

C&D winner who bounced back to his best with second of 14 in 7f Wetherby handicap 12 days ago; up 2lb but he remains 1lb below his last winning mark so merits serious consideration.

4/1

Abandoned

Form: 026987 C

Last run: 34 days

W: 8st 11lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
Down to a handy mark and latest York run was encouraging given the ground would have been quicker than optimal; over five years since his last crack at 6f but the ground will suit and he's one to consider.
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12th

12

(8)

28th Jun 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 2

15:45 Newcastle (AW)

Zip

8st 11lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

The oldest contender and a familiar face, having taken part in this race for the last four years (form figures read 6529); beat all bar Eldrickjones over C&D last month but the return to this better grade presents a tougher task.

16/1

2nd

10

(5)

11th May 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 3

17:45 Newcastle (AW)

Zip

8st 11lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

Four-time C&D winner, including this race in 2021; second in it last year; has continued in good form in the main since winning over C&D last November (didn't run badly at Doncaster latest) and is on the shortlist now back here.

10/1

2nd

10

(5)

11th May 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 3

17:45 Newcastle (AW)

Zip

8st 11lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

Four-time C&D winner, including this race in 2021; second in it last year; has continued in good form in the main since winning over C&D last November (didn't run badly at Doncaster latest) and is on the shortlist now back here.

10/1

Abandoned

Form: 316582 D BF

Last run: 12 days

W: 8st 9lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Well suited by soft ground, producing a fine performance to win the Stewards' Cup consolation in August; back at that level when a close second back at Goodwood 12 days ago; heavy ground could spark even more from him and he's one for the shortlist; due to be 2lb higher from the weekend.
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2nd

1

(11)

17th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 6f 20y

Class 5

14:43 Wolverhampton (AW)

Monsieur Kodi

10st 0lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Has nine career wins, the most recent at Lingfield (7f, AW) in February off 2lb lower; should be better for his fourth of eight at Lingfield (6f, soft) last month and has won off 8lb higher when in his prime; not out of this.

10/1

4th

5

(2)

6th Jun 2026

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

20:10 Lingfield

Monsieur Kodi

9st 9lb

J: Jack Callan

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Failed to back up the form of his February win last time, kept to 7f on AW; multiple sprint winner on turf and made the frame in last four attempts in this sphere; solid.

7/1

7th

4

(1)

9th Mar 2026

Standard

0m 7f 36y

Class 4

19:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Monsieur Kodi

9st 7lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

Had been banging at the door prior to his 7f win at Lingfileld last month; a 4lb rise for that win demands more but he has had few chances in this headgear.

5/1

Abandoned

Form: 401000 D

Last run: 34 days

W: 8st 7lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 83

Form & Verdict
Three wins in 6f handicaps this year and now 1lb lower than for the latest of them; three heavy defeats have followed though and this looks a tough race in which to try and bounce back.
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4th

4

(2)

9th Jul 2026

Good

0m 5f 182y

Class 6

15:45 Carlisle

Bay Breeze

9st 13lb

J: Duran Fentiman

T: Tim Easterby

Eight-time winner, the latest over C&D (good to soft) 14 months ago off a 5lb higher mark; capable at this level but slower ground would have been preferable.

10/1

4th

1

(4)

9th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 182y

Class 6

18:12 Carlisle

Bay Breeze

11st 2lb

J: Mr Thomas Easterby

T: Tim Easterby

Won over C&D in May last year (good to soft); beaten 7l when third at Ripon last week (6f, good); these are his ideal conditions and should go well.

7/2

3rd

12

(11)

3rd Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

19:42 Ripon

Bay Breeze

8st 13lb

J: David Allan

T: Tim Easterby

Half of his wins have come over C&D and he finished sixth (Fortamour third) in this race in 2024; runner-up in added blinkers at Hamilton (6f, soft; 11-2) last September, but has failed to sparkle since (0-3); easing mark and a return to Ripon are the positives.

20/1

Verdict

Richard Fahey saddles two candidates who should both revel in the underfoot conditions, with the well-handicapped Monsieur Kodi likely to be better suited to today’s trip. Fast Response is another who should enjoy conditions but the two against the field are Gweedore and TACARIB BAY. Gweedore has run well in strong 6f handicaps this autumn and his latest York run, when doing best of the prominent racers and thrashing the others to race stands’ side, was right up there with his finest work. Tacarib Bay hasn’t run at 6f for some time but he is a strong traveller who confirmed he was as good as ever with a cracking run on the wrong side at Ascot in July. He comes here a fresh horse and this could set up nicely for him.[Paul Smith]

Selections

RP RATINGS:

Monsieur Kodi

D Express:

Zip

POSTDATA:

Fast Response

SPOTLIGHT:

Tacarib Bay

TOPSPEED:

It Just Takes Time

The Guardian:

Gweedore

The Times:

Hyperfocus

Telegraph:

Monsieur Kodi

Daily Mail:

Monsieur Kodi

Daily Mirror:

Monsieur Kodi

The Sun:

Monsieur Kodi

Daily Record:

Monsieur Kodi

The Star:

Zip