December 20 / 13.07 Southwell (AW)

13.07

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  • Prize money: £3402
  • 0m 4f 214y
  • Class 5
  • 10 runners
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Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Tapeta

Weather: Mostly cloudy

5/1 (Won)

  • Win: £21.00
  • Place: £2.70

Form: 0031 D

Last run: 11 days

W: 9st 11lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 67

Form & Verdict
Nothing in two starts on turf but has been transformed by being gelded and switching to the AW, making all to land a Newcastle novice (5f, Tapeta; 25-1) 11 days ago; more needed under his penalty, but he could take some catching granted similar tactics and shouldn't be underestimated.
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9th

10

(8)

27th Aug 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 6

18:00 Southwell (AW)

Captain Kinsella

9st 0lb

J: Robert Havlin

T: John Gallagher

Both wins have come over 5f, including one here; losing run is up to 20 and little to suggest he wants this far.

20/1

5th

3

(4)

31st Jul 2026

Standard

0m 5f 21y

Class 6

17:25 Wolverhampton (AW)

Captain Kinsella

9st 9lb

J: George Bass

T: John Gallagher

Remains on a losing spell that goes back to his novice double in 2024 and has regressive results since switched to classified level, albeit perhaps needed latest run (back from break).

11/1

8th

2

(1)

17th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 8y

Class 6

16:40 Nottingham

Captain Kinsella

9st 9lb

J: Rhys Clutterbuck

T: John Gallagher

Dual 5f novice winner in December 2024 but well below that form level these days, faring no better with a tongue-tie added when last seen in March (it's retained here); record when returning from a break is mixed.

12/1

OUR TIP

13/2

  • Place: £1.30

Form: 9

Last run: 189 days

W: 9st 4lb

2 yo Gelding

OR:

Form & Verdict
£100,000 yearling; could never get seriously competitive after a troubled start on his Sandown debut (5f, good; 8-1) in June; form of that race worked out very well and the market should be revealing on his return.
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10th

10

(5)

26th Apr 2026

Good

0m 7f 15y

Class 4

17:45 Musselburgh

Backspin

8st 13lb

J: David Allan

T: Gemma Tutty

Campaigned mostly on AW for Richard Hughes, for whom he won at Southwell last March, but he ran well when third of 16 at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) four weeks ago on his stable/seasonal debut; he's one to consider.

8/1

3rd

11

(6)

29th Mar 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 6y

Class 4

14:55 Doncaster

Backspin

9st 3lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Gemma Tutty

Campaigned mostly on AW for Richard Hughes, winning once (6f); sold for 14,000gns since last run; something to prove back on turf but market support should be noted.

10/1

6th

2

(3)

3rd Oct 2025

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 5

19:15 Southwell (AW)

Backspin

9st 11lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Richard Hughes

Heavily backed when making a successful handicap debut over C&D in March; hasn't added to that success in six runs since but he's run well in blinkers on his last two starts (7f) and he should be in the shake up for a stable in fine form.

5/1

3rd
1 (7)
Blinky

7/2

  • Place: £1.30

Form: 965346 D

Last run: 16 days

W: 9st 11lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 74

Form & Verdict
Narrow winner of a Leicester novice (5f, good to soft) in May; has run creditably in nurseries since and didn't enjoy the run of the race on AW debut/first start since being gelded at Kempton (6f, Polytrack) this month, but he looks vulnerable under his penalty back in a novice.
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10th

3

(4)

31st Jul 2026

Standard

0m 6f 20y

Class 4

16:55 Wolverhampton (AW)

Blinky

9st 9lb

J: Sean D Bowen

T: Antony Brittain

On a losing run but was only beaten 4l last time at Southwell (5f) in a race won by Naana's Sparkle who was second at Goodwood on Tuesday; hasn't had many chances over this longer trip and he has been running on at the minimum.

5/1

4th

9

(1)

5th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 4f 214y

Class 3

16:15 Southwell (AW)

Blinky

8st 8lb

J: Cam Hardie

T: Antony Brittain

Beaten 13 times since his last win in March 2025 but he returned to form with close fourth at Chester three weeks ago and he has a good record over this C&D in the main; each-way claims.

8/1

4th

9

(7)

13th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 15y

Class 3

16:00 Chester

Blinky

9st 2lb

J: Harry Russell

T: Antony Brittain

Yet to strike form after two starts this season but now 5lb lower than when placed in Epsom's Dash (5f, good) just over a year ago and has won on good to soft ground; can't be ruled out.

25/1

Form:

Last run:

W: 9st 4lb

2 yo Colt

OR:

Form & Verdict
April foal by Coulsty; 65,000gns yearling; brother to US 5f/6f winner Coulthard (Group-placed as 2yo in Ireland; RPR 100), half-brother to 5f AW winner Mna Na Mhi (76); unraced dam out of unraced sister to Listed-placed 6f/7f winner Nasri; something to like on breeding but stable has few 2yo winners first time out.
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3rd

20

(20)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:10 York

Coul Angel

9st 2lb

J: Saffie Osborne

T: Michael Appleby

Style of racing leaves him a hostage to fortune but he has the ability to win a big prize when things pan out favourably; latest C&D second has been well advertised since and he wasn't well drawn there; 2lb rise should be fine and he has form on slow ground; one to consider.

11/1

2nd

6

(20)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:00 York

Coul Angel

9st 4lb

J: Clifford Lee

T: Michael Appleby

Made good progress in the second half of 2025; the handicapper has held the upper hand more recently though and this might not set up ideally for his style of racing.

20/1

6th

3

(10)

10th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

16:55 Ascot

Coul Angel

10st 0lb

J: Robert Havlin

T: Michael Appleby

Five-time winner (four on AW) who ran well when fourth of 16 last May on his only outing here; chased home a handicap blot on his return to turf in April and he was back in that form when second at Windsor (again 6f, good to firm; Bolo Neighs behind) 11 days ago; in the mix once more.

11/2

5/1

Form:

Last run:

W: 9st 4lb

2 yo Colt

OR:

Form & Verdict
March foal by Hello Youmzain; 40,000gns yearling; first foal; dam Listed-placed 5f winner (including 2yo/AW; RPR 93), half-sister to winners Cable Speed (1m-1m1f) and Magia Nera (Italian 7f-8.5f) out of once-raced half-sister to US 1m1f Grade 2 winner Blingo; stable does have 2yo winners first time and worth a market check.
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6th

6

(3)

16th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

17:10 Chelmsford (AW)

Hello Zaman

9st 9lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: James Tate

Runner-up in a Kempton handicap in June (6f) off a 3lb higher mark; not matched it twice in the meantime but has been gelded since his latest run and this mark should be within range; more appealing than many.

9/2

1

(8)

27th Aug 2025

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

20:07 Kempton (AW)

Hello Zaman

9st 9lb

J: Clifford Lee

T: James Tate

Often leads, as when wide-margin winner of 6f Lingfield novice in January; had a tough task on handicap debut but two subsequent defeats, over C&D and at Wolverhampton, suggest he has his share of weight.

7/1

6/1

Form: 4

Last run: 27 days

W: 8st 13lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Only beaten a length when fourth of seven on her Newcastle debut (6f, Tapeta; 6-1) last month, but the form of that race isn't working out and she shaped as though she would appreciate going up in trip rather than down.
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6th

1

(3)

13th Mar 2025

Standard

0m 5f 0y

Class 6

18:00 Newcastle (AW)

Cemlyn

9st 9lb

J: Callum Rodriguez

T: Edward Bethell

Ran well on her handicap debut at Southwell last month (6f) and another creditable effort when third in a Wolverhampton novice 16 days ago; a stiff 5f could prompt extra but it needs to.

9/2

3rd

3

(8)

25th Feb 2025

Standard

0m 6f 20y

Class 4

18:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Cemlyn

9st 0lb

J: David Probert

T: Edward Bethell

Couldn't cope with an unexposed and well-handicapped opponent at Southwell on her nursery debut ten days ago but her second still represented improvement; solid candidate back at this level.

11/4

2nd

9

(6)

15th Feb 2025

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 5

18:40 Southwell (AW)

Cemlyn

8st 12lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Edward Bethell

took keen hold, prominent early, in touch with leaders after 1f, outpaced 2f out, headway over 1f out, went second towards finish, no match for winner

10/1

11/4

Form: 2222

Last run: 7 days

W: 9st 4lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 75

Form & Verdict
Runner-up in all four starts on turf/AW including on his nursery debut over C&D a week ago; likely to be right there once again, but his last two efforts have suggested he might appreciate a return to 6f.
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1st

5

(9)

1st Sep 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:13 Ripon

Farandaway

9st 8lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

Doubled his tally at Thirsk (7f) in July and twice a runner-up since, latest in eight-runner handicap at Redcar (6f) ten days ago; this consistent type is a likely player once more off the same mark.

9/2

2nd

1

(5)

22nd Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 217y

Class 5

19:30 Redcar

Farandaway

9st 13lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

A two-time 6f/7f scorer this season; posted another solid effort with sixth of 11 in 7f Haydock handicap 15 days ago; this consistent sort must enter calculations.

5/1

6th

2

(4)

7th Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 212y

Class 5

20:38 Haydock

Farandaway

9st 9lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

It took him a long time to win but he landed a maiden at Newcastle (6f, AW) in March and was back on the scoresheet at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) last month; good second at Doncaster (7f, good to firm) since; solid claims.

13/2

Form: 98

Last run: 48 days

W: 9st 4lb

2 yo Colt

OR:

Form & Verdict
Well held in both starts 175 days apart (gelded in that period), the latest over C&D last month; handicaps an option after this.
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5th

5

(2)

18th Jun 2025

Standard

0m 5f 6y

Class 6

17:45 Lingfield (AW)

Writteninthestars

9st 4lb

J: George Downing

T: Robert Cowell

Weakly efforts at 2, but wasn't raced as if stamina or fitness were an issue on this month's Catterick handicap/seasonal debut (5f, good to soft), just fading 1f out; well drawn for another assertive ride.

11/4

3rd

7

(1)

30th May 2025

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 6

18:18 Catterick

Writteninthestars

8st 13lb

J: George Downing

T: Robert Cowell

Half-brother to 7f Polytrack winner God Bless America who started at big prices and finished well beaten in three runs last year; would want to see good support before considering him.

16/1

3rd

7

(1)

30th May 2025

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 6

18:18 Catterick

Writteninthestars

8st 13lb

J: George Downing

T: Robert Cowell

Half-brother to 7f Polytrack winner God Bless America who started at big prices and finished well beaten in three runs last year; would want to see good support before considering him.

16/1

Form: 74

Last run: 44 days

W: 8st 13lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Some promise on her Thirsk debut in May (5f, good to firm), but ran poorly when last of four on last month's Nottingham return (5f, soft); much more needed, but likely she is capable of better and her sire has a fine record on the Tapeta here (26%).
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9th

10

(11)

20th Dec 2024

Standard

0m 4f 214y

Class 5

13:07 Southwell (AW)

Highfield Blue

8st 13lb

J: Jason Hart

T: John & Sean Quinn

Some promise on her Thirsk debut in May (5f, good to firm), but ran poorly when last of four on last month's Nottingham return (5f, soft); much more needed, but likely she is capable of better and her sire has a fine record on the Tapeta here (26%).

14/1

9th

10

(11)

20th Dec 2024

Standard

0m 4f 214y

Class 5

13:07 Southwell (AW)

Highfield Blue

8st 13lb

J: Jason Hart

T: John & Sean Quinn

in touch with leaders on near side of group, weakened 2f out

14/1

4th

3

(2)

6th Nov 2024

Soft

0m 5f 8y

Class 5

12:43 Nottingham

Highfield Blue

9st 2lb

J: Jason Hart

T: John & Sean Quinn

started quickly, led, headed over 2f out, lost position gradually over 1f out, weakened inside final furlong

9/4

Form:

Last run:

W: 8st 13lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
April foal by Havana Gold; £3,500 yearling; dam unraced half-sister to useful French winners Hockney (1m2f-1m7f including Listed) and Singapore Joy (7.5f-1m1f), out of French 1m1f winner; would be a rare winning 2yo newcomer from the yard.
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12

(11)

29th May 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 6

16:30 Lingfield

Runnindown A Dream

9st 0lb

J: Oliver Carmichael

T: J R Jenkins

Down the field in five starts (5f-1m) when sent off big prices each time; best to look elsewhere.

50/1

12

(11)

29th May 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 6

16:30 Lingfield

Runnindown A Dream

9st 0lb

J: Oliver Carmichael

T: J R Jenkins

Down the field in five starts (5f-1m) when sent off big prices each time; best to look elsewhere.

50/1

10th

11

(7)

22nd Apr 2025

Good

1m 0f 3y

Class 6

13:53 Yarmouth

Runnindown A Dream

9st 0lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: J R Jenkins

took keen hold, prominent, stumbled over path over 5f out, lost position 4f out

50/1

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Payout
Exacta £71.40
Straight Forecast £50.38
Trifecta £289.30

Selections

RP RATINGS:

Farandaway

NEWMARKET:

Hello Zaman

The Star:

Highfield Blue

SPOTLIGHT:

Captain Kinsella

D Express:

Blinky

TOPSPEED:

Farandaway

POSTDATA:

Farandaway

The Times:

Farandaway

The Guardian:

Farandaway

Daily Mirror:

Farandaway

The Sun:

Farandaway

Daily Record:

Farandaway

Telegraph:

Hello Zaman

Daily Mail:

Hello Zaman