January 06 / 19.00 Wolverhampton (AW)

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BetMGM: It’s Showtime Handicap

  • Prize money: £5234
  • 0m 7f 36y
  • Class 5
  • 10 runners
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BetMGM: It’s Showtime Handicap

Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Tapeta

Weather: Showers

7/2 (Won)

  • Win: £3.75
  • Place: £1.50

Form: 15256- D BF

Last run: 32 days

W: 9st 9lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Both wins at Newmarket; ran encouragingly at Chelmsford (7f; second AW attempt) last month, coming from a difficult position and meeting traffic issues; likely player granted better luck.
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1st

7

(5)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

15:42 Newmarket (July)

Wheres Freddy

9st 4lb

J: Marco Ghiani

T: Stuart Williams

All three wins on turf have been achieved on this course (7f/1m); beaten around 9l in two comeback outings in recent months but eased 3lb and capable of bouncing back to form to a form with a bang.

9/2

4th

10

(11)

10th Jun 2026

Good

1m 0f 3y

Class 4

16:50 Yarmouth

Wheres Freddy

9st 3lb

J: Cieren Fallon

T: Stuart Williams

All three wins on turf have been on the Newmarket July course (7f/1m) but he has been placed in two of his three starts over this C&D, including on soft; never featured on his reappearance 25 days ago and needs to build on that.

16/1

10th

9

(4)

16th May 2026

Good

1m 0f 0y

Class 4

13:42 Newmarket

Wheres Freddy

9st 4lb

J: Marco Ghiani

T: Stuart Williams

Inconsistent last term but won on the other Newmarket course (1m, good to firm) last June and he kept on well for third over 7f here (good) in September; possible player if at the top of his game on this reappearance.

16/1

25/1

  • Place: £3.00

Form: 00708- D

Last run: 15 days

W: 9st 7lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
Scored twice in Ireland in 2023; far from solid on his 2024 form for new stable; best watched unless the betting suggests he's expected to start 2025 in a better way.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
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7th

4

(4)

23rd Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

19:35 Newbury

The Caribbean

9st 12lb

J: Rob Hornby

T: Heather Main

Won at Wolverhampton (7f, AW) last December and was third there (7f) next time; absent since heavy defeat at Southwell (7f, AW) in February but he ran well last May following a break and should be fine back on turf and back down to 6f; not ruled out.

10/1

12th

6

(12)

20th Feb 2026

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0m 7f 14y

Class 5

16:58 Southwell (AW)

The Caribbean

9st 5lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Heather Main

Notched his first win for this trainer at Wolverhampton (7f, AW) in December and again ran well there when third having been drawn wide 39 days ago; another wide draw to contend with here but he holds solid claims.

6/1

2nd

8

(9)

4th Oct 2025

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0m 7f 36y

Class 5

20:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

The Caribbean

9st 1lb

J: Darragh Keenan

T: Heather Main

On a good mark and suited by this C&D but out of form lately and has quite a bit to prove; non-runner 2.20 Ascot Friday.

16/1

4/1

  • Place: £1.40

Form: 62661- C

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 5lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 68

Form & Verdict
Campaigned mostly over further for current stable but coped well with the return to 7f at Southwell nine days ago, taking record to 9-60; still well treated on historical data; shortlisted.
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2nd

5

(1)

23rd Apr 2026

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0m 7f 14y

Class 6

20:00 Southwell (AW)

Fools Rush In

9st 5lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Gained his second C&D success when winning off a 2lb higher mark in February but he's been down the field in four starts since, including when missing the break at Lingfield 27 days ago; return to form is needed.

8/1

10th

4

(7)

27th Mar 2026

Standard

1m 0f 1y

Class 6

16:42 Lingfield (AW)

Fools Rush In

9st 7lb

J: Taryn Langley

T: Ruth Carr

Well short of his best on his last three starts but he won off this mark at Southwell in early February (7f); capable on a good day but this isn't sure to be run to suit.

14/1

OUR TIP

Form: 55541- CD

Last run: 23 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 71

Form & Verdict
Generally consistent; opened her account with 3l success over C&D last month in a race that set up nicely (came from off the good pace); could defy a 7lb rise provided the cards again drop right.
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8th

3

(7)

29th Jan 2025

Standard To Slow

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

19:00 Kempton (AW)

Havana Force

9st 8lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Marco Botti

Familiar sight over 7f on other AW tracks, now having her first go at this one; sole win was at Wolverhampton in December, coming from off a good pace, but she followed that with a modest show off this 7lb higher mark; 7lb claimer is now enlisted.

9/1

8th

3

(7)

29th Jan 2025

Standard To Slow

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

19:00 Kempton (AW)

Havana Force

9st 8lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Marco Botti

Familiar sight over 7f on other AW tracks, now having her first go at this one; sole win was at Wolverhampton in December, coming from off a good pace, but she followed that with a modest show off this 7lb higher mark; 7lb claimer is now enlisted.

9/1

4th

3

(9)

6th Jan 2025

Standard

0m 7f 36y

Class 5

19:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Havana Force

9st 8lb

J: Marco Ghiani

T: Marco Botti

Generally consistent; opened her account with 3l success over C&D last month in a race that set up nicely (came from off the good pace); could defy a 7lb rise provided the cards again drop right.

7/2

Form: 08798- CD

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 7lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
Two C&D wins in 2023 for previous yard; lost his form in 2024, latterly for new stable; similar type to The Caribbean and is best watched unless the market speaks favourably.
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4th

13

(4)

25th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 5

18:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Eden Storm

9st 3lb

J: Paddy Bradley

T: Patrick Morris

Hard to fault on the score of consistency this year but it's nearly two years since his last success and others appeal as likelier winners.

8/1

2nd

3

(7)

2nd Sep 2025

Standard

0m 7f 36y

Class 6

17:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Eden Storm

9st 5lb

J: Jack Nicholls

T: Patrick Morris

Both wins came over C&D in 2023, but losing run now up to 17 despite a slipping mark; beaten only 3l into fifth of 13 at Southwell (1m, Tapeta) eight days ago and could play a part if building on that in the returning cheekpieces.

5/1

12

(7)

25th Aug 2025

Standard

1m 0f 13y

Class 6

14:50 Southwell (AW)

Eden Storm

9st 5lb

J: Paddy Bradley

T: Patrick Morris

Both wins over 7f at Wolverhampton; has form at 1m, too, but he hasn't excelled himself in two C&D starts and others have stronger claims.

12/1

Form: 23117- CD

Last run: 7 days

W: 9st 4lb

10 yo Gelding

OR: 67

Form & Verdict
Successful in last two C&D attempts, both Class 6 in November, but he's now higher in the weights and in a better grade; market drifter and ran accordingly here (8.5f) last Monday.
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5th

5

(6)

28th Jun 2026

Standard

0m 7f 36y

Class 6

17:37 Wolverhampton (AW)

Harbour Vision

9st 5lb

J: Kieran O’Neill

T: Scott Dixon

Course regular; his latest third (8.6f) was a remote one behind an easy winner but it was still a creditable effort; no sign of age denting his enthusiasm and he should make another bold bid.

8/1

3rd

5

(7)

16th Jun 2026

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 5

17:15 Wolverhampton (AW)

Harbour Vision

10st 6lb

J: Mr Frederick Tett

T: Scott Dixon

Three wins here in the winter to take his course tally to 11 but he's rather lost the plot since and doesn't often go beyond 7f these days; needs a revival.

33/1

7th
10 (6)
Circles

7/1

Form: 5503-3 CD

Last run: 2 days

W: 8st 10lb

6 yo Filly

OR: 59

Form & Verdict
Irish mare whose record of 3-35 features a success over C&D (off just 1lb lower) this time last year; posted an encouraging effort (running-on third) back here on Saturday and is one to consider.
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12th

9

(2)

19th Sep 2025

Standard

1m 0f 0y

18:30 Dundalk (AW)

Circles

9st 8lb

J: Seamie Heffernan

T: Anthony McCann

All four wins have come on AW over 7f, including here in March off 55; ran no sort of race when last seen here in July from a wide draw (much better draw here).

16/1

3

(13)

12th Jul 2025

Standard

1m 0f 0y

15:02 Dundalk (AW)

Circles

10st 0lb

J: Donagh O’Connor

T: Anthony McCann

All four wins from 45 attempts have come on AW over 7f; her last win was at this track in March from a mark of 55; well held in four starts since (one here and three on turf); not discounted now back on this surface.

12/1

3

(14)

6th Jun 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

18:25 Fairyhouse

Circles

10st 0lb

J: W J Lee

T: Anthony McCann

All four wins on AW over 7f and well held at Ayr last month over 1m; has to prove herself on soft ground and others preferred.

25/1

20/1

Form: 87600- CD

Last run: 19 days

W: 9st 0lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 63

Form & Verdict
Three-time winner at this venue and broke his turf duck last July; has lost his form since, however, and doesn't look as if he's about to take advantage of a reduced mark.
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11th

6

(5)

25th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 5

18:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Flatley

9st 7lb

J: Taryn Langley

T: Adrian Wintle

Turf winner who has bagged four wins at this venue; returns following a two-month break (has gone well fresh) but he's more a place prospect than a win-only one.

20/1

2

(5)

22nd Aug 2025

Good

0m 7f 80y

Class 6

15:20 Ffos Las

Flatley

9st 8lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Adrian Wintle

Returned to form with 8.6f AW win in March and comes here after two good efforts over 1m on turf; drops in grade here and should be fine over this extended 7f; might be the answer.

7/2

8

(6)

18th Jul 2025

Good

0m 7f 212y

Class 5

14:05 Haydock

Flatley

9st 10lb

J: Taryn Langley

T: Adrian Wintle

Four-time AW winner who returned to form when scoring at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in March; record of 1-18 on turf but he went close at Chepstow (1m, good) last month and is a big player if he can back that up off unchanged mark.

5/2

Form: 41450- C

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 6lb

6 yo Colt

OR: 69

Form & Verdict
Scored at Wolverhampton (narrowly off 1lb lower) on most recent attempt in this grade, but isn't certain to repeat the form having failed to beat a rival last time (second run for new yard).
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4th

2

(3)

30th May 2026

Good

0m 5f 212y

Class 5

16:12 Catterick

Evocative Spark

9st 6lb

J: Luke Morris

T: John David Riches

Arrives in great form, having won three of his four turf starts this season, two of those here over 7f and the latest over C&D; up another 4lb but looked like he had a bit more up his sleeve last time; big player.

9/4

1st

5

(2)

21st May 2026

Good

0m 5f 212y

Class 5

15:10 Catterick

Evocative Spark

9st 6lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: John David Riches

Thrives here - form figures 72111 - twice accounting for Vince Le Prince over 7f last month; weakened at Doncaster (7f, good to firm) 19 days ago, but this track is a much better fit, and he's unlikely to be hindered by rain; still fairly treated off 67 based on historic form.

7/1

100/30

Form: 64332- BF

Last run: 84 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Largely consistent maiden for Charlie Fellowes and posted a solid effort (beat all bar a dual subsequent scorer) at this venue on last appearance; sold for 14,500gns since; possibilities off same mark.
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13th

16

(14)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

13:55 Ascot

Mesaafi

8st 5lb

J: Kieran O’Neill

T: Ross Burdon

Well drawn when third in this race 12 months ago and he is 5lb lower this time around; arrives on the back of some good runs and another big run is expected.

12/1

4th

7

(2)

22nd Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 21y

Class 3

19:17 Windsor

Mesaafi

9st 7lb

J: Jack Mitchell

T: Ross Burdon

Has done a lot of his racing over 6f and found his stamina coming into play late when winning a handicap run to suit over C&D three weeks ago; no complaints about a 2lb rise for that but this looks a bit stronger.

7/2

1st

3

(7)

1st Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 21y

Class 4

17:05 Windsor

Mesaafi

9st 3lb

J: Jack Mitchell

T: Ross Burdon

On a losing run but he got right back on track with fourth of 17 in handicap at Ascot (5f) last month; can go well off an unchanged mark.

11/2

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Payout
Exacta £46.70
Straight Forecast £40.84
Tricast £125.27
Trifecta £190.20

Selections

NEWMARKET:

Mesaafi

RP RATINGS:

Fools Rush In

SPOTLIGHT:

Where's Freddy

The Guardian:

Havana Force

The Times:

Mesaafi

Daily Mail:

Mesaafi

Daily Mirror:

Mesaafi

Daily Record:

Mesaafi

Telegraph:

Where's Freddy

POSTDATA:

Fools Rush In

D Express:

Fools Rush In

The Sun:

Fools Rush In

The Star:

Fools Rush In