14.25
Soft62nd Badger Beer Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)
- Prize money: £41608
- 3m 1f 30y
- Class 1
- 11 runners
Runners: 11 runners
Type: Chase Turf
Surface: Turf
Weather: Showers
10/1 (Won)
- Win: £6.00
- Place: £2.00
Form: /21P1- D
Last run: 224 days
W: 10st 2lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 132
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3 |
27th May 2026 Good 3m 1f 170y Class 3 |
11st 11lb |
Well treated on old form but his last win was in November 2023 and he's generally struggled since then; has something to prove and all of his wins have come on good to soft or slower. |
12/1 |
|
4th 4 |
8th Mar 2026 Soft 3m 0f 110y Class 2 |
11st 2lb |
Ran quite well when fifth in valuable final of this veterans' series at Sandown (3m, good) in January but was well beaten there later that month and has become far too inconsistent to support with any confidence; tried in a visor for the first time. |
11/2 |
|
4th 4 |
31st Jan 2026 Soft 3m 0f 42y Class 2 |
10st 3lb |
Proved somewhat resurgent, following several non-completions, in the Veterans' Final over C&D on seasonal debut; however, needs to build on that effort and prove that he's still capable of peak form, on which he's admittedly well treated. |
14/1 |
100/30
- Place: £1.60
Form: 3U684- D
Last run: 203 days
W: 11st 3lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 147
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2 |
14th Feb 2026 Soft 2m 7f 185y Class 1 |
11st 7lb |
Two attempts in this race comprise a success in 2024 and close second last year, both off higher marks; however, has a doubt over current form and needs to stage a revival. |
10/1 |
|
3 |
26th Apr 2025 Good 3m 4f 146y Class 1 |
11st 0lb |
Fourth in the 2023 Scottish National (4m, good); commendable efforts most starts since, for instance beaten a nose by Victtorino at Ascot (3m, good; 1lb higher today) in February, but this race last year was not one of them and neither was the Grand National three weeks ago. |
16/1 |
|
3 |
26th Apr 2025 Good 3m 4f 146y Class 1 |
11st 0lb |
Fourth in the 2023 Scottish National (4m, good); commendable efforts most starts since, for instance beaten a nose by Victtorino at Ascot (3m, good; 1lb higher today) in February, but this race last year was not one of them and neither was the Grand National three weeks ago. |
16/1 |
100/30
- Place: £2.00
Form: 33539- CD
Last run: 196 days
W: 12st 0lb
11 yo Gelding
OR: 158
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 3 |
26th Dec 2023 Good 3m 0f 0y Class 1 |
11st 10lb |
Made all in this race in 2020; fourth in 2021 and third in 2022 (soundly beaten each time); showed last season that he retains considerable spark and he could improve for last month's reappearance third in the Badger Beer at Wincanton, but it's highly likely that this 11yo is vulnerable today. |
33/1 |
|
3rd 1 |
11th Nov 2023 Soft 3m 1f 30y Class 1 |
12st 0lb |
High-class chaser with an endless list of big-race wins on the board under his perfect partner Bryony Frost, including a heroic success off the very same mark in this 12 months ago; has an outstanding record when fresh and this venue is made for him (2-2); unlikely to relinquish his crown without a fight, especially should conditions dry out. |
100/30 |
|
9th 1 |
29th Apr 2023 Good 3m 4f 146y Class 1 |
12st 0lb |
Tremendous front-running chaser down the years, including on testing ground, and ran respectably in major 3m handicap at Kempton most recently; defied top weight at Wincanton (3m1f, good to firm) in November but has never looked like he's crying out for this longer distance; may get outstayed. |
14/1 |
9/1
Form: 11197- CD
Last run: 196 days
W: 10st 10lb
9 yo Gelding
OR: 140
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
No Results Found |
13/2
Form: /22PF- D
Last run: 210 days
W: 11st 5lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 149
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
16 |
24th Jan 2026 Soft 3m 5f 56y Class 2 |
10st 2lb |
Smart in his prime but has not shown a great deal this season and was tailed off in C&D contest won by Final Orders last month; effectively 1lb higher today; difficult to enthuse over. |
66/1 |
|
3rd 2 |
9th Mar 2025 Good To Soft 3m 5f 54y Class 3 |
12st 0lb |
Regular in marathon chases who bounced back to form when second of 14 in this headgear combination at Bangor (3m6f, soft; 40-1) last month; back up 5lb and despite some fine efforts he has gone 22 starts without a win since November 2020; others more solid. |
11/2 |
|
2nd 1 |
7th Feb 2025 Soft 3m 5f 142y Class 4 |
12st 0lb |
Former Welsh National runner-up but rarely seems up for the challenge these days and was beaten a distance on his sole completion this season; new headgear provides some cause for optimism but far too risky to trust. |
33/1 |
14/1
Form: 21132- D
Last run: 203 days
W: 10st 2lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 125
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5 |
25th Jan 2025 Good To Soft 2m 7f 214y Class 1 |
11st 9lb |
held up in rear |
11/2 |
|
5 |
25th Jan 2025 Good To Soft 2m 7f 214y Class 1 |
11st 9lb |
held up in rear |
11/2 |
|
3rd 5 |
14th Dec 2024 Good To Soft 2m 7f 214y Class 2 |
11st 2lb |
Won this 12 months ago (good to soft) and continued in fine form last season, adding a competitive handicap at Kempton (3m, soft) in February; there could still be mileage in his mark and he may have needed last month's reappearance run at Wincanton (well-beaten fourth); one to consider. |
5/1 |
16/1
Form: /431F- D
Last run: 238 days
W: 10st 7lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 137
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
23rd Mar 2026 Good 3m 0f 0y Class 3 |
12st 0lb |
Solid performances in notable handicaps this season, winning the Badger Beers at Wincanton then fourth in the Stayers' Veterans' Final at Sandown and Ladbrokes Trophy over C&D; retains plenty of ability despite his advancing years; respected back down in class. |
9/4 |
|
4th 8 |
21st Feb 2026 Good To Soft 3m 0f 0y Class 1 |
10st 12lb |
Jumped well and dominated throughout in the Badger Beers at Wincanton (3m1f, good; handles softer) and gave it another good go off this 8lb higher mark at Sandown; assured competition for the lead here has to reduce his appeal. |
25/1 |
|
7th 7 |
1st Mar 2025 Soft 3m 1f 214y Class 2 |
10st 5lb |
didn't jump with fluency, disputed lead, hit 5th |
7/2 |
8/1
Form: 5P5FF- C
Last run: 196 days
W: 11st 8lb
11 yo Gelding
OR: 152
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3 |
28th Feb 2026 Good To Soft 3m 1f 214y Class 2 |
12st 0lb |
The oldest of these veterans, being a 14yo, and bare form this term leaves a question mark over whether he retains the useful ability that has been present for a long time; however, won this race off 2lb higher last year (soft) and has a good chance if back on song. |
9/1 |
|
10th 1 |
14th Feb 2026 Soft 2m 7f 185y Class 1 |
12st 0lb |
Useful for a long time but has gained last three wins in veterans' events and, having turned 14 since November reappearance, can be opposed off current mark in this field. |
20/1 |
25/1
Form: 111216
Last run: 13 days
W: 11st 0lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 144
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
8th May 2026 Good 2m 7f 191y Class 3 |
12st 2lb |
Seven-time chase winner (once here); returned from break with disappointing effort last month but current mark is workable if subsequent wind operation and/or first-time cheekpieces prompt a return to form. |
6/1 |
|
7 |
4th Apr 2026 Good To Soft 2m 3f 203y Class 2 |
11st 4lb |
He ran well in defeat in the main last year and is effective when fresh; could give a good account on this first start since December but there's been minimal movement in his mark this season and he may again prove vulnerable in this competitive contest. |
12/1 |
|
10 |
1st Nov 2025 Good 2m 7f 185y Class 1 |
11st 1lb |
Seven-time winner over fences and recent placed efforts in some good 2m5f-2m7f handicaps were bordering on career-best form; highly likely to give his running once more but has an air of vulnerability about him for win purposes. |
16/1 |
|
10 |
1st Nov 2025 Good 2m 7f 185y Class 1 |
11st 1lb |
Seven-time winner over fences and recent placed efforts in some good 2m5f-2m7f handicaps were bordering on career-best form; highly likely to give his running once more but has an air of vulnerability about him for win purposes. |
16/1 |
10/1
Form: 3123P- D BF
Last run: 211 days
W: 10st 12lb
9 yo Gelding
OR: 142
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2nd 8 |
26th Oct 2025 Good 3m 0f 210y Class 2 |
10st 2lb |
Following a 70-day break he exploited a much-reduced mark at Kelso (3m2f, good) three weeks ago on his fourth start for this yard; versatile ground-wise; from out of the handicap today he's running off 5lb higher than last time, in a much hotter race, but he remains very well treated on old form. |
9/1 |
|
7th 10 |
27th Jul 2025 Good 3m 2f 13y Class 2 |
10st 8lb |
Lost his way for the Skeltons and troubles have continued for his new yard; did endure a slipping saddle here last time but now into the twilight of his career. |
50/1 |
|
15 |
29th Jun 2025 Good 3m 2f 13y Class 2 |
10st 2lb |
Lost his way for the Skeltons and troubles continued when tailed off at Stratford last month; limited appeal from 9lb out of the weights. |
33/1 |
14/1
Form: /1PP-3
Last run: 21 days
W: 10st 10lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 140
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 4 |
8th Feb 2025 Soft 3m 0f 52y Class 3 |
11st 11lb |
Has flattered to deceive over fences (1-12) and jumping mistakes played a part; a bit below his best on his two completions this autumn/winter and has now left Dan Skelton; blinkers replace his usual cheekpieces for this first hurdle race since March 2023; well handicapped judged on best efforts but he's now a 10yo. |
20/1 |
|
9th 4 |
8th Feb 2025 Soft 3m 0f 52y Class 3 |
11st 11lb |
Has flattered to deceive over fences (1-12) and jumping mistakes played a part; a bit below his best on his two completions this autumn/winter and has now left Dan Skelton; blinkers replace his usual cheekpieces for this first hurdle race since March 2023; well handicapped judged on best efforts but he's now a 10yo. |
20/1 |
|
2 |
16th Jan 2025 Good To Soft 3m 2f 162y Class 3 |
11st 11lb |
held up in rear, not fluent 3rd |
14/1 |
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| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £22.80 |
| Straight Forecast | £19.94 |
| Tricast | £76.96 |
| Trifecta | £85.00 |
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