June 15 / 16.30 Chester

16.30

Good

Edinburgh Gin Classic Handicap

  • Prize money: £7644
  • 0m 6f 17y
  • Class 4
  • 10 runners
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Edinburgh Gin Classic Handicap

Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Light rain

25/1 (Won)

Form: 074-90 D

Last run: 31 days

W: 9st 7lb

10 yo Gelding

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
Well down the field on both outings this season (5f/6f) and not ideally drawn here but this veteran has slipped to a very good mark and is likely to come good again fairly soon; runs this track well and will be favoured by the forecast rain; dangerous to ignore.
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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: 214-22 BF

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 83

Form & Verdict
Won 5f maiden in Ireland last season and has finished second in two 6f handicaps for new stable this spring; will have something to prove if the ground turns soft/heavy but, otherwise, has strong claims from stall 3.
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8th

6

(4)

22nd Sep 2026

Good

0m 7f 75y

Class 4

16:25 Beverley

Mythical Phoenix

9st 9lb

J: David Allan

T: Julie Camacho

Over three years since his sole success (5f, good to yielding); first encouragement for some time when in midfield at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 17 days ago; stiffer stamina test not sure to suit.

16/1

5th

4

(8)

5th Sep 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:00 Thirsk

Mythical Phoenix

9st 6lb

J: David Allan

T: Julie Camacho

Banged at the door through the 2024 campaign but last season was disappointing and no sign of the tide turning this year, including when standing still in the stalls at Redcar in July; a hood goes back on today but he has to prove his stamina and others are much more persuasive.

33/1

6th

5

(3)

29th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 217y

Class 4

14:05 Redcar

Mythical Phoenix

9st 6lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Julie Camacho

Still seeking a first handicap success; huge chance on his 2024 form but he went the wrong way last season and his return to action at Doncaster last month was uninspiring; he has had a wind operation, his second, since but there are risks attached.

10/1

Form: 856732 C

Last run: 17 days

W: 8st 13lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 74

Form & Verdict
Dual course winner over 7f; placed off 1lb higher over that trip here last month and also ran well when second at Beverley (7.4f, soft) on latest outing but today's drop back to 6f is probably not ideal.
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6th

7

(9)

30th Sep 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 5

15:42 Catterick

Evocative Spark

9st 6lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: John David Riches

Good course record, with four wins (three at 7f) and a second from eight starts; caught wide when he ran poorly over C&D last month but it was a step back in the right direction when fifth at Thirsk a fortnight ago, and he's down to the mark he won a 6f course handicap from in May; draw not overly helpful but he's considered.

7/1

5th

4

(7)

14th Sep 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

17:21 Thirsk

Evocative Spark

9st 7lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: John David Riches

A three-time 6f/7f winner in the first half of 2026; caught wide throughout when last of nine in 7f Catterick handicap four weeks ago and no surprise to see him bounce back here.

11/1

9th

2

(6)

17th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 5

16:45 Catterick

Evocative Spark

10st 0lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: John David Riches

Three course wins in the first half of the year, the latest (6f, good) off a 3lb lower mark; his form has dipped on his last two starts but a revival wouldn't be a great surprise.

8/1

Form: 29-585 D

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 6lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
Has made low-key start to this campaign but positives can be drawn from his keeping-on fifth at Hamilton (6f, good) nine days ago, and he's now 2lb lower than when winning at Glorious Goodwood (6f, soft) last summer.
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6th

1

(11)

9th Sep 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 195y

Class 5

17:17 Carlisle

Monsieur Kodi

10st 0lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Won a 7f AW handicap in February; two solid AW runs (6f) in July and he should go well back on turf; rain won't hurt his chance.

8/1

4th

4

(5)

27th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 5

18:05 Southwell (AW)

Monsieur Kodi

9st 9lb

J: Oisin Orr

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Prolific winner who showed more back on Tapeta last time, when drawn wide and inclined to hang right at Wolverhampton; remains pretty consistent and is on a competitive mark, so there are positives.

8/1

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

Form: 041424 C BF

Last run: 5 days

W: 8st 9lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
In the frame on all three starts since narrow win at Catterick (6f, soft; good also suits) last month; moves up in grade today but ought to give another good account from the inside stall.
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No Results Found

Form: 503-43 D BF

Last run: 32 days

W: 8st 11lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Largely consistent 4yo who was denied a clear run when third at Beverley (5f, good to firm) last month; will be fine over 6f and was placed on only previous visit to Chester but a tendency to start slowly makes him reliant on some good luck from stall 2; versatile regarding ground.
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7th

3

(6)

14th Sep 2026

Good

0m 6f 12y

Class 5

15:42 Windsor

Thankuappreciate

9st 10lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Tony Carroll

Kicks off for third trainer with a lot of racing under his belt (4-46); absent since April when well held on the AW, but this mark is workable and Billy Loughnane is booked.

16/1

5th

2

(9)

11th Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 5

19:45 Southwell (AW)

Thankuappreciate

9st 9lb

J: Zak Wheatley

T: Declan Carroll

Stable yet to get rolling for the year but he was a bright spot when springing a surprise over C&D off 3lb lower in February; not entirely convinced over 7f a couple of times since and holds each-way claims.

10/1

4th

7

(6)

11th Mar 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 5

20:15 Southwell (AW)

Thankuappreciate

9st 5lb

J: Zak Wheatley

T: Declan Carroll

6f winner here on his penultimate start and he didn't fail through a lack of stamina when third at Chelmsford 13 days ago; he was well positioned in a race where nothing challenged from the rear there though and others appeal more for win purposes.

8/1

Form: 323233 D BF

Last run: 17 days

W: 9st 0lb

6 yo Filly

OR: 75

Form & Verdict
Admirably consistent mare who has made the frame off today's mark over 6f on all six starts this season, on ground ranging from good to heavy; double-digit draw dents her appeal on this first visit to Chester, though.
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68

20th Sep 2024

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:15 Ayr

Slainte Mhath

8st 13lb

T: Katie Scott

9th

2

(6)

4th Sep 2024

Soft

0m 6f 6y

Class 5

18:15 Hamilton

Slainte Mhath

9st 11lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Katie Scott

Gives her all and wasn't beaten far when fourth to Rock Melody over C&D (soft) in August; should be thereabouts again, although she holds no secrets from the handicapper and others appeal more for win purposes.

6/1

4th

4

(10)

13th Aug 2024

Soft

0m 6f 6y

Class 4

19:30 Hamilton

Slainte Mhath

9st 5lb

J: Sam James

T: Katie Scott

Very consistent in defeat earlier in the season (on ground ranging from good through to heavy) and she was beaten just over 1l when fourth of six over C&D (good to soft) last time; has won three times over C&D and every chance she'll be in the mix; the blinkers adopted last time are left off.

10/1

9/1

Form: 365352 D

Last run: 26 days

W: 8st 13lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 74

Form & Verdict
Regressive 8yo who is yet to add to his Listed AW success in February 2021; did nothing wrong when second under Sam Feilden at Carlisle (6f, good to firm) last month but the forecast rain is unlikely to aid his cause here; younger rivals are preferred.
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8th

9

(5)

15th Jun 2024

Good

0m 6f 17y

Class 4

16:30 Chester

Exalted Angel

8st 13lb

J: Sam Feilden

T: K R Burke

Regressive 8yo who is yet to add to his Listed AW success in February 2021; did nothing wrong when second under Sam Feilden at Carlisle (6f, good to firm) last month but the forecast rain is unlikely to aid his cause here; younger rivals are preferred.

9/1

2nd

2

(10)

20th May 2024

Good To Firm

0m 5f 182y

Class 4

19:30 Carlisle

Exalted Angel

9st 8lb

J: Sam Feilden

T: K R Burke

Well treated on AW form and soft ground was a possible excuse returned to turf last time; has the ability to win this race but he's on a very long losing run.

15/2

2nd

2

(10)

20th May 2024

Good To Firm

0m 5f 182y

Class 4

19:30 Carlisle

Exalted Angel

9st 8lb

J: Sam Feilden

T: K R Burke

Well treated on AW form and soft ground was a possible excuse returned to turf last time; has the ability to win this race but he's on a very long losing run.

15/2

Form: 461413 D BF

Last run: 15 days

W: 9st 5lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Looked in excellent nick when bursting clear to score by 6l at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) on last month's turf return and probably didn't have the race run to suit when keeping-on third off today's 10lb higher mark there a fortnight ago; must be considered.
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5th

7

(9)

1st Oct 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

15:49 Salisbury

Supreme King

9st 7lb

J: Colin Keane

T: David Evans

Three C&D runs, winning two (soft and good to firm) and a solid third of eight last month; made the running and faded at Chester since but he's better judged on the earlier runs; on the premises.

10/1

3rd

4

(9)

19th Sep 2026

Soft

0m 6f 17y

Class 4

15:46 Chester

Supreme King

9st 9lb

J: J F Egan

T: David Evans

Notched a fourth success of 2026 at Salisbury (6f) in August and posted another good effort with third of eight there (6f) eight days ago; handles this track well and has won on soft ground so must enter calculations.

12/1

3rd

3

(8)

11th Sep 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:51 Salisbury

Supreme King

9st 9lb

J: Pat Cosgrave

T: David Evans

Four wins this year include two over C&D (soft/good to firm), which makes him 2-2 here; normally reliable sort who can be excused his sixth at Windsor last time, when he was one of two that pursued a fruitless exploration of the far rail; could well bounce back.

6/1

Form: 86494- CD

Last run: 224 days

W: 9st 5lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Caused 25-1 surprise in this race off a 2lb higher mark a year ago (good ground) and ended last season with creditable fourth at Newmarket (6f, heavy; had wind op soon afterwards); not drawn well for this reappearance outing but has good record when fresh; no surprise if he features.
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1

(7)

24th Oct 2024

Heavy

0m 5f 8y

Class 5

14:38 Nottingham

Faro De San Juan

9st 9lb

J: Morgan Cole

T: Dylan Cunha

4-29 on turf and although he hasn't won on genuine soft ground he again showed he acts on it when second at Bath (5.7f) latest; each-way player.

4/1

2nd

4

(5)

21st Oct 2024

Heavy

0m 5f 160y

Class 5

16:10 Bath

Faro De San Juan

9st 9lb

J: Morgan Cole

T: Dylan Cunha

Has patchy record but he won on fast ground at Windsor (5f) in July and was beaten less than 2l on soft at Redcar (fourth of 11) last time; seems tactically versatile and he's not ruled out on this drop back on grade.

13/2

7

(10)

5th Oct 2024

Soft

0m 5f 0y

Class 4

17:37 Redcar

Faro De San Juan

9st 3lb

J: Paul Mulrennan

T: Dylan Cunha

Dropped away in the final furlong in the race won Our Absent Friends at Ripon last week; Paul Mulrennan is a good booking (close fourth on him at Newmarket 11 months ago) but others appeal more.

10/1

Non-runners

Princess Shabnam, Indian Creak

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Straight Forecast £113.93
Tricast £680.18

Selections

SPOTLIGHT:

Mythical Phoenix

RP RATINGS:

Thankuappreciate

POSTDATA:

Monsieur Kodi

The Guardian:

Slainte Mhath

NEWMARKET:

Evocative Spark

Daily Mail:

Faro De San Juan

TOPSPEED:

King Of Tonga

Telegraph:

Mythical Phoenix

Daily Mirror:

Mythical Phoenix

The Sun:

Mythical Phoenix

Daily Record:

Mythical Phoenix

D Express:

Thankuappreciate

The Star:

Thankuappreciate

The Times:

Monsieur Kodi