May 11 / 14.10 Haydock

14.10

Good

Pertemps Network Handicap

  • Prize money: £8640
  • 0m 7f 212y
  • Class 4
  • 9 runners
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Pertemps Network Handicap

Runners: 9 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Mostly cloudy

16/1 (Won)

  • Win: £29.30
  • Place: £5.50

Form: 512-5

Last run: 20 days

W: 9st 0lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Won by 5l at Thirsk (7f, good) last August on second start; 9l second at Carlisle (1m, good to firm) next time and also soundly beaten when fifth on last month's handicap debut at Musselburgh (1m, good to soft; Johnny Ringo third); however, he may have needed that latest run and retains potential.
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19th

3

(2)

10th Oct 2025

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:00 York

Silent Move

9st 9lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

Inconsistent and has failed to shine on last two starts but may have been unsuited by soft ground then Tapeta; runner-up at Carlisle (7f, good to firm) in August then fifth of 15 at Thirsk (7f, good) where he was denied a clear run, and it will be no surprise if he bounces back with a big effort.

20/1

5th

11

(5)

4th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 4

19:45 Newcastle (AW)

Silent Move

9st 4lb

J: Harry Russell

T: Richard Fahey

Three turf wins to his name; patchy record in 2025 though and others are more appealing in today's field.

10/1

1

(3)

20th Sep 2025

Good To Soft

0m 7f 50y

Class 4

17:15 Ayr

Silent Move

9st 12lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard Fahey

Looked unfortunate when beaten less than a length into second of seven at Carlisle (7f, good to firm) last month and didn't enjoy a clear run when fifth of 15 at Thirsk (7f, good) since; acts on ground ranging from good to firm to good to soft; still 2lb below last winning mark; a player.

5/1

10/1

  • Place: £1.90

Form: 3122- BF

Last run: 194 days

W: 9st 1lb

3 yo Filly

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
Won at Beverley (7.4f, good) last August on second start and went very close in AW novices the next twice (7f/1m); goes handicapping off a fair mark and pedigree provides optimism we've yet to see the best of her.
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11th

5

(7)

7th Jul 2026

Good

1m 0f 6y

Class 1

14:48 Pontefract

Cheshire Dancer

9st 2lb

J: David Probert

T: Hugo Palmer

Runner-up in this race last year before going on to beat American Gal by a neck in a Group 3 at Ascot (1m, good) 18 days later; not at the same level in three starts this year and although not beaten that far in the Kensington Palace at Ascot (1m, good to firm) last month (four of these behind), still more will be needed.

15/2

8th

4

(17)

17th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 2

17:35 Ascot

Cheshire Dancer

9st 6lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Hugo Palmer

Third in this race on good to firm last year and left even that form behind when bagging a Group 3 over the round mile here under Billy Loughnane a month later; hasn't fired in two outings this spring but given a chance by the handicapper as a result and no shock to see a revival back at Ascot.

33/1

5th

2

(5)

23rd May 2026

Soft

1m 2f 100y

Class 1

13:45 Haydock

Cheshire Dancer

9st 2lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Hugo Palmer

22-1 winner of the Group 3 Valiant Stakes at Ascot (1m, good) last July and good fourth in US Grade 3 (1m, firm) next time; of interest on that form but tailed off in first-time cheekpieces (retained) on reappearance at Newmarket (1m1f, good to firm) three weeks ago; unraced on slow ground.

25/1

6/1

  • Place: £1.80

Form: 116-4

Last run: 16 days

W: 9st 9lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Won last summer on first two starts (6f/7f, good/good to soft) then down the field in Sandown Group 3; ran well when fourth of seven on recent handicap and seasonal debut at Beverley (7.4f, soft); needs improvement today, but still considered.
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8th

2

(9)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 192y

Class 2

14:39 York

Cerulean Bay

10st 2lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: David O’Meara

Two wins at Goodwood last autumn and admirably consistent in defeat this season, going close in a big field over C&D (good) then finishing fifth in the Royal Hunt Cup at Royal Ascot (1m, good to firm; second of 20 in group); there is every chance that he will be bang there.

3/1

5th

7

(22)

17th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Cerulean Bay

9st 7lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: David O’Meara

Completed a Goodwood double during his 2025 campaign; good second in notable handicap at the York Dante festival (1m, good) most recently, going down by only a neck; he's paying the price for his consistency, however, with the assessor failing to relent.

25/1

Form: 51-3

Last run: 33 days

W: 9st 2lb

3 yo Filly

OR: 78

Form & Verdict
Built upon promise of last September's debut (7f, soft) when winning at Wolverhampton (8.6f, AW) in October; reappeared with fair third in Lingfield novice (1m, AW) last month; her dam is a half-sister to Camelot and she could have lots more to offer for her top trainer, who does very well here.
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7

(2)

30th Sep 2024

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 5

18:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Winterfair

9st 9lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Sole success came over C&D last October; has been running consistently well on turf and she has scope to improve further back on AW; runs without hood worn on last three starts; holds claims.

9/2

3rd

7

(1)

25th Aug 2024

Good

1m 0f 100y

Class 5

17:00 Beverley

Winterfair

9st 10lb

J: Callum Shepherd

T: William Haggas

Delivered on debut promise when winning 8.6f AW novice in the autumn; yet to make any significant progress this year and her tendency to race too freely is a nagging concern but she kept on well for third at Sandown (1m2f, good to firm) last month and will probably be on the premises again here; tongue-tie removed.

9/2

Form: 46-4

Last run: 44 days

W: 9st 0lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Signs of promise last autumn on first two starts (7f/1m, soft/good to firm) and likewise when close fourth of five at Southwell (1m, AW) in March; his talented half-siblings Valley Forge and Speak improved for this yard when sent into handicaps, and he may well do likewise; one to consider.
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4th

6

(6)

18th Jun 2024

Soft

1m 0f 100y

Class 5

19:45 Beverley

Kings Fountain

9st 5lb

J: Jason Watson

T: Andrew Balding

Slowly away and no impact when fifth at Haydock (1m, good to firm) last month on first handicap start; however, he showed promise on soft ground on his debut last September and perhaps he'll tap back into that when reverting to a slow surface; trainer does well here; wears a first-time hood.

9/2

5th

9

(2)

11th May 2024

Good

0m 7f 212y

Class 4

14:10 Haydock

Kings Fountain

9st 0lb

J: Callum Rodriguez

T: Andrew Balding

Signs of promise last autumn on first two starts (7f/1m, soft/good to firm) and likewise when close fourth of five at Southwell (1m, AW) in March; his talented half-siblings Valley Forge and Speak improved for this yard when sent into handicaps, and he may well do likewise; one to consider.

100/30

5th

9

(2)

11th May 2024

Good

0m 7f 212y

Class 4

14:10 Haydock

Kings Fountain

9st 0lb

J: Callum Rodriguez

T: Andrew Balding

Signs of promise last autumn on first two starts (7f/1m, soft/good to firm) and likewise when close fourth of five at Southwell (1m, AW) in March; his talented half-siblings Valley Forge and Speak improved for this yard when sent into handicaps, and he may well do likewise; one to consider.

100/30

Form: -11127 D

Last run: 10 days

W: 9st 5lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
His best form has come on AW and he was below par at Kempton (1m, AW) ten days ago; however, he'd previously done very well (on AW) on the back of a gelding operation and he showed promise on turf last summer; no surprise if he bounces back with a big run.
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7th

7

(12)

14th Aug 2024

Standard To Slow

1m 0f 0y

Class 4

19:00 Kempton (AW)

Sennockian

9st 8lb

J: Hollie Doyle

T: Charlie Johnston

Having dropped in the weights he made an immediate impact on AW in February, recording a quick hat-trick in 1m handicaps at Newcastle, Lingfield and Wolverhampton; career-best effort when second in a 1m handicap at Newcastle last month but his form dipped at Wolverhampton 13 days ago; drawn widest and could prove vulnerable.

10/1

10th

3

(4)

1st Aug 2024

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 4

18:45 Wolverhampton (AW)

Sennockian

9st 11lb

J: Paul Mulrennan

T: Charlie Johnston

Appeared to lose his way after completing an AW hat-trick at the start of the year (including a win over C&D), but he bounced right back to form when beaten half a length into second of 13 at Newcastle (1m, Tapeta) last Saturday; off the same mark (due a 1lb rise) and major chance if repeating that effort; stable also runs Never Fear.

9/1

2nd

11

(3)

27th Jul 2024

Standard

1m 0f 5y

Class 4

15:50 Newcastle (AW)

Sennockian

9st 2lb

J: Joe Fanning

T: Charlie Johnston

Landed a hat-trick early in the year, including a win over C&D, but has lost his way since, latterly when tailed off in first-time headgear (removed today) seven weeks ago; isn't easily recommended.

33/1

Form: 31-10

Last run: 25 days

W: 9st 7lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 83

Form & Verdict
Made all in Kempton maiden (7f, AW) last November on second start and followed up at Southwell (7f, AW) in March; he shouldn't be written off on turf on the back of just one below-par run on grass, at Newmarket (1m, good) last month, but he does have something to prove on this surface.
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5th

3

(2)

4th Jul 2026

Good

0m 7f 173y

Class 4

19:09 Carlisle

Bravo Zulu

9st 7lb

J: Laura Pearson

T: David Loughnane

Won four times last term but he hasn't added to that haul since scoring at Windsor (1m, good to firm) around a year ago; did go close under Laura Pearson at Redcar (6f) off this mark in May, however, and wasn't beaten far when sixth in Newmarket handicap (7f) last time; sole previous attempt in this headgear was inconclusive (didn't stay 1m2f).

7/1

6th

5

(9)

19th Jun 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:55 Newmarket (July)

Bravo Zulu

9st 6lb

J: Laura Pearson

T: David Loughnane

Said to have run flat last time; tended to respond well to switches/removal of headgear in the past (back to cheekpieces from blinkers tonight) and won't mind coming back up from sprint trips, but Pontefract will need forgiving.

14/1

9th

5

(7)

2nd Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

15:48 Pontefract

Bravo Zulu

9st 6lb

J: Laura Pearson

T: David Loughnane

Multiple 7f-8.5f winner who fared better than seemed likely when dropped to 6f at Redcar (good to firm; half-length second) last week; fighting chance off same mark.

7/2

7/2

Form: 432-2 BF

Last run: 121 days

W: 9st 5lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
All four starts on AW; made the frame on first three outings before going close when favourite at Southwell (1m) in January on handicap debut; has to prove he can get the job done, as he travelled well last time and flashed his tail before being beaten, but he certainly has considerable ability.
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6th

7

(2)

3rd Sep 2024

Standard

1m 0f 13y

Class 4

17:25 Southwell (AW)

Sunny Street

9st 5lb

J: Hayley Turner

T: James Tate

Gained reward for his consistent efforts on the AW when beating 15 rivals in a Chelmsford novice (1m, Polytrack) in May; has run well on Tapeta including over C&D, but could only manage sixth of 12 back in a handicap at Kempton (1m, Polytrack) last time; off ten weeks since and needs to bounce back.

12/1

6th

7

(8)

26th Jun 2024

Standard

1m 0f 0y

Class 4

19:40 Kempton (AW)

Sunny Street

9st 8lb

J: Jason Watson

T: James Tate

No show in one start on turf, but has proved consistent on the AW including when beating 15 rivals in a Chelmsford novice (1m, Polytrack) last month; bit more needed back in a handicap, but he remains open to improvement.

6/1

1st

13

(9)

23rd May 2024

Standard

1m 0f 0y

Class 4

17:42 Chelmsford (AW)

Sunny Street

9st 4lb

J: Jason Watson

T: James Tate

in touch with leaders, dropped to midfield after 2f

3/1

OUR TIP

Form: 221-3

Last run: 20 days

W: 9st 6lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
Won at Newcastle (7f, AW) last November on third start and finished third of eight at Musselburgh (1m, good to soft) three weeks ago on his handicap and seasonal debut; he posed no threat last time but that could prove to be hot form, and he's open to improvement; unraced on good/faster ground.
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4th

2

24th Sep 2025

Good To Soft

2m 0f 47y

Class 4

15:43 Perth

Johnny Ringo

11st 8lb

J: Alan Doyle

T: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore

Won juvenile hurdle at Musselburgh (1m7f, soft) on New Year's Day and made the frame in Listed race and series final over that C&D on next two starts (both good to soft); has fitness to prove after six-month absence but could still have more improvement to come over hurdles.

11/2

4th

2

21st Mar 2025

Good To Soft

2m 1f 87y

Class 2

15:20 Musselburgh

Johnny Ringo

11st 13lb

J: Conner McCann

T: Lucinda Russell

Fairly useful Flat racer who beat Maple to open his hurdling account here (1m7f, soft) in January and has since been placed in a Listed race over that trip here (good to soft); likely to make his presence felt.

5/2

3rd

4

1st Feb 2025

Good To Soft

1m 7f 124y

Class 1

13:42 Musselburgh

Johnny Ringo

11st 0lb

J: Patrick Wadge

T: Lucinda Russell

Upped in class but has Musselburgh form, having raced over C&D in both attempts over hurdles, winning the latest; still unexposed in this sphere and could go well.

14/1

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Payout
Exacta £167.20
Straight Forecast £171.65
Tricast £766.39
Trifecta £1640.80

Selections

The Times:

Cerulean Bay

SPOTLIGHT:

King's Fountain

POSTDATA:

Winterfair

Daily Record:

Cheshire Dancer

RP RATINGS:

King's Fountain

TOPSPEED:

King's Fountain

Daily Mail:

King's Fountain

NEWMARKET:

Winterfair

Telegraph:

Winterfair

D Express:

Winterfair

The Guardian:

Cerulean Bay

Daily Mirror:

Cerulean Bay

The Sun:

Cerulean Bay

The Star:

Cerulean Bay