April 12 / 17.40 Thirsk

17.40

Good

Keith Till’s 60th Birthday Celebration Handicap

  • Prize money: £7851
  • 0m 7f 0y
  • Class 4
  • 13 runners
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Keith Till’s 60th Birthday Celebration Handicap

Runners: 13 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Partly cloudy

4/1 (Won)

  • Win: £4.34
  • Place: £1.90

Form: 25-051 D

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 11lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
Had a wind operation in February and his first run back from it was a ready win at Doncaster 13 days ago (7f, good); didn't do a lot when hitting the front there and he should remain competitive despite a 3lb rise.
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Verdict Starting price

2nd

1

(2)

23rd Sep 2025

Heavy

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

15:38 Beverley

Alzahir

10st 3lb

J: Paul Mulrennan

T: Jennie Candlish

Recorded his sixth victory of the year with a career-best effort in 5.4f handicap at York 16 days ago; he's also a winner in the mud so must enter calculations once more.

5/1

1

(7)

7th Sep 2025

Good

0m 5f 89y

Class 2

15:00 York

Alzahir

9st 12lb

J: George Wood

T: Jennie Candlish

He has enjoyed a fine season, winning five handicaps, and he ran another sound race when fourth in the Great St Wilfrid at Ripon three weeks ago; this intermediate trip should suit and he's versatile where the going is concerned; likely to run well but might find a few better treated.

10/1

2

(17)

16th Aug 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:20 Ripon

Alzahir

9st 8lb

J: Luke Morris

T: Jennie Candlish

He's enjoyed a fine year and although he's come unstuck on his last two starts, he did too much early at York and then raced up the middle in the Stewards' Cup; earlier Ascot win off just 2lb lower was a fine effort; first visit to Ripon but he has won on the undulations at Epsom; drawn against the rail and a big run would seem likely.

10/1

14/1

  • Place: £2.30

Form: 506-50 D

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 8lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Dropped in the weights since joining this yard and although his profile is unconvincing, he did run well over C&D last August (off 10lb higher; cheekpieces first time); possible the return of cheekpieces and to this track will spark a revival.
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Verdict Starting price

1

(8)

4th Oct 2025

Good

0m 7f 219y

Class 2

16:30 Redcar

Rhythm Master

9st 12lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Geoffrey Harker

Mostly creditable efforts in 2025 and he won at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) in August; Chester's extended 1m2f possibly stretched his stamina last time; could bounce back but as a 7yo he's more exposed than some of these.

10/1

7th

3

(2)

13th Sep 2025

Good

1m 2f 70y

Class 3

16:00 Chester

Rhythm Master

9st 8lb

J: Silvestre De Sousa

T: Geoffrey Harker

Modest strike-rate of 3-37 but his last win was at Thirsk (7f) last month and he ran another good race when a close third at Newmarket (1m) last time; now goes into unknown territory at this trip but he ran well over 1m1f in July and he's not ruled out; acts on good to firm and good to soft.

9/1

16/1

  • Place: £5.30

Form: 367452 D

Last run: 14 days

W: 8st 10lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
7f win at Newcastle in November and he has run several good races at that track since, second of nine in a Class 5 there two weeks ago; more needed back up in grade and he's not the most straightforward (can pull hard).
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Verdict Starting price

2nd

8

(2)

20th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 5

16:00 Ayr

Starliner

8st 9lb

J: William Pyle

T: Linda Perratt

Beat Donna Nook over C&D in May when rated 1lb higher; put a couple of lesser efforts behind him when chasing home Runninsonofagun here last week; 7lb better off for 2l defeat so has a handicapping chance; new visor replaces cheekpieces; others still more appealing.

6/1

2nd

3

(9)

13th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

15:30 Ayr

Starliner

9st 7lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Linda Perratt

C&D winner in May (good to firm) and decent third at Hamilton later in the month (8.5f, good to firm); disappointing in two runs since, first-time cheekpieces latest (retained); could go well back on good to firm ground.

13/2

8th

1

(11)

6th Jul 2026

Good

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

16:00 Ayr

Starliner

10st 2lb

J: Kaiya Fraser

T: Linda Perratt

Just held on to score over C&D (good to firm) in May and looked unlucky at Hamilton (8.3f, good to firm) two starts ago (persistently denied clear run) but has become rather inconsistent and it's hard to predict whether the first-time cheekpieces will get the best out out him.

10/1

9/1

Form: 45910-

Last run: 203 days

W: 9st 10lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 86

Form & Verdict
Having dropped in the weights he gained his first handicap success at Haydock last September (1m, good); not so good at Ayr a fortnight later; stable have enjoyed a good few months and he's not ruled out on his reappearance.
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Verdict Starting price

5th

3

(2)

11th Jul 2026

Good

0m 7f 127y

Class 4

14:45 Chester

Obelix

10st 0lb

J: Dylan Hogan

T: Julie Camacho

Got back on the scoresheet at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) last month and he backed that up with a 2l fifth from off the pace at Doncaster three weeks ago; should get a good tow into this race and has possibilities if he gets some luck.

3/1

5th

5

(9)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 4

19:30 Doncaster

Obelix

9st 7lb

J: Ryan Sexton

T: Julie Camacho

Resumed winning ways in 14-runner handicap at Wetherby (7f) 16 days ago; up 5lb but scored cosily there so this strong traveller is a likely player again for his in-form yard.

9/2

1st

7

(6)

4th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

16:42 Wetherby

Obelix

9st 7lb

J: Ryan Sexton

T: Julie Camacho

7f and 1m winner on good; has been unable to return to the heights of his most recent win at York last July, in six subsequent starts; back on a handy mark; could be better for his reappearance and is not written off.

12/1

Form: 37425- BF

Last run: 161 days

W: 8st 10lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Had a busy time of things in 2024 but he held his form, winning at Hamilton last July (8.5f, good) and placed a few times afterwards; absent 161 days; stable may have stronger claims with Quest For Fun.
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Verdict Starting price

5

(10)

25th Oct 2025

Heavy

0m 7f 6y

Class 4

17:30 Doncaster

Mysteryofthesands

9st 10lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Tim Easterby

Second in a division of this last year (soft) and three wins this term; ran okay when fifth of 13 at Beverley last time and not ruled out.

10/1

8

(12)

23rd Sep 2025

Heavy

0m 7f 96y

Class 4

16:08 Beverley

Mysteryofthesands

9st 10lb

J: David Allan

T: Tim Easterby

A dual C&D scorer in the summer; didn't fire in 1m Haydock handicap 17 days ago but no surprise if he bounces back here.

10/1

6

(2)

6th Sep 2025

Good

1m 0f 37y

Class 4

16:40 Haydock

Mysteryofthesands

9st 7lb

J: Cam Hardie

T: Tim Easterby

Three wins on turf (good/soft) since May and he may well have had a fourth here last month but for meeting trouble; last week's fourth of 13 in a Racing League event at Southwell (1m) shows he's still in form; considered.

15/2

Form: 13242- D BF

Last run: 169 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Progressive handicapper for Charlie Fellowes last season on AW/good or slower turf; sold for 90,000gns in October; drying ground asks a new question of him but he still has serious potential after just nine starts; betting instructive after an absence.
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9th

2

(7)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 3

18:45 Doncaster

Kodi Lion

10st 2lb

J: Alistair Rawlinson

T: Michael Appleby

Won over 6f at Haydock in May 2025 (good) and a couple of fair runs over 7f after that; acts on fast ground but he lacks a recent run (has been off since October).

8/1

5

(6)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 7f 0y

Class 3

16:35 Newbury

Kodi Lion

9st 10lb

J: Alistair Rawlinson

T: Michael Appleby

Second in the corresponding race 12 months ago when rated 6lb lower (only seven ran); he has progressed for his new stable this year, winning at Haydock in May and finishing second off this mark back at Haydock in August; not so good on soft ground on his last two starts; type to bounce back.

10/1

25

(17)

20th Sep 2025

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:35 Ayr

Kodi Lion

8st 13lb

J: Alistair Rawlinson

T: Michael Appleby

Flits between 6f and 7f with aplomb; 5lb higher than for his Haydock win in May (6f, good) though and not sure where the requisite improvement is coming from.

25/1

Form: 50110- CD

Last run: 168 days

W: 8st 13lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 75

Form & Verdict
Came from off the pace when winning over C&D last September (good to soft) and he followed up at Redcar nine days later; ran poorly on soft ground at Doncaster in October when bidding for a hat-trick; could resume his progress back on a sounder surface but he has a 168-day absence to overcome.
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Verdict Starting price

14th

9

(2)

12th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

13:50 York

Count Palatine

9st 9lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Michael Dods

Successful over 7f at Carlisle (good to firm) and Ayr (soft) in the second half of last season; left his first two efforts of the new campaign behind when third of ten back at Carlisle (1m, good) 13 days ago; claims if he can build on that from a handy inside stall.

16/1

3rd

4

(5)

30th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 173y

Class 4

17:28 Carlisle

Count Palatine

9st 9lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Michael Dods

Useful effort in defeat at Beverley (about 7f) last May and confirmed that stiff tracks suit when winning here (7f, good to firm; sole course start) in August; improved again when successful at Ayr later and no surprise if he comes on plenty from first two runs in 2026.

16/1

10th

12

(7)

16th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 218y

Class 3

16:47 Thirsk

Count Palatine

9st 0lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Michael Dods

All four wins over 7f, once on this track; probably stays further and is worth another go over 1m but he was last to finish on his comeback here over 7f in April and likely other days.

25/1

Form: 3-7059 D

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 2lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 78

Form & Verdict
Should be well handicapped but he's not found his best form so far this year, including back on turf at Doncaster 13 days ago (behind Alzahir); others bring more persuasive claims.
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8th

4

(3)

3rd Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 96y

Class 6

20:40 Beverley

Tropez Power

9st 7lb

J: Rhys Elliott

T: Mark Walford

Won on turf in 2021 and his last AW win was in April 2024; on a career-low mark but ran moderately last time.

20/1

8th

4

(9)

7th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

18:50 Redcar

Tropez Power

9st 4lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

Gained sole turf success in 2021 and it's two years since last AW win; 0-5 for current stable but he could strip fitter for his Beverley reappearance a fortnight ago.

12/1

10/1

Form: 58053- C BF

Last run: 154 days

W: 9st 3lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 79

Form & Verdict
0-14 in 2024 but he ran several good races off higher marks than this; type to come good again this year but whether it will be after five months off remains to be seen.
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Verdict Starting price

12th

19

(15)

10th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 3

14:10 York

Quest For Fun

8st 5lb

J: Duran Fentiman

T: Tim Easterby

Two-time C&D winner and has also run with distinction in defeat here on numerous occasions; retains plenty of ability despite his advancing years but he would be better suited by slower conditions.

9/1

12

(9)

12th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

13:50 York

Quest For Fun

9st 6lb

J: Jake Dickson

T: Tim Easterby

Plenty of C&D form in big fields, notably wins on good to soft in July of 2023 and 2025; behind Leadman when fifth at the Dante meeting last month but well in front of David O'Meara's charge and looked a bit unlucky (met trouble) when third of 22 back here three weeks ago; solid.

6/1

3rd

10

(7)

23rd May 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:00 York

Quest For Fun

9st 6lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: Tim Easterby

Plenty of C&D form in big fields, notably wins on good to soft in 2023 and July 2025; while not so striking as Leadman, he didn't have the best of runs when fifth of 22 over C&D eight days ago, so might step up a bit today.

10/1

OUR TIP

Form: 41181- CD

Last run: 154 days

W: 9st 11lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
Form took off when returned to 7f last autumn and he ended the year with three wins from his last four runs; back up in the weights ahead of his return and could prove vulnerable.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
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Verdict Starting price

1st

2

(2)

20th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 96y

Class 4

19:30 Beverley

It Just Takes Time

9st 5lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

Back in form with three placed efforts this summer; the latest one took his C&D record to 1113; this front-running 8yo remains just 1lb above last winning mark; solid chance.

5/2

3rd

1

(3)

4th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 96y

Class 4

17:10 Beverley

It Just Takes Time

9st 9lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

A three-time C&D scorer; right back to his best of late when runner-up in 7f handicaps at Wetherby and Thirsk, caught only late on latter occasion; up 2lb but another bold showing is on the cards.

3/1

2nd

2

(4)

16th Jun 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

16:02 Thirsk

It Just Takes Time

10st 0lb

J: Jack Garritty

T: Mark Walford

C&D winner who bounced back to his best with second of 14 in 7f Wetherby handicap 12 days ago; up 2lb but he remains 1lb below his last winning mark so merits serious consideration.

4/1

11th
14 (11)
Touchwood

16/1

Form: 4607-3 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 8st 6lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 68

Form & Verdict
Sent off an unconsidered 66-1 shot for his seasonal return at Southwell last month but ran well for third behind the reopposing King Of Fury; chance with a repeat but consistency isn't his strongest suit.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
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12th

10

(8)

13th Jun 2025

Good To Soft

0m 7f 1y

Class 4

13:40 Chester

Touchwood

10st 5lb

J: Miss Charli Parker

T: Ruth Carr

Ended a losing run in 7f AW Lingfield handicap eight days ago; had a bit up his sleeve there so is very much one to consider under a 4lb penalty.

8/1

5

(9)

5th Jun 2025

Standard

0m 7f 1y

Class 5

16:25 Lingfield (AW)

Touchwood

9st 6lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: Ruth Carr

Acts well over C&D but hasn't been back here since impressive win in 2023; on a handy mark and of interest after a good Leicester run in May, with Oisin Murphy a rare booking for the yard (0-1 in last five years).

7/2

5

(9)

5th Jun 2025

Standard

0m 7f 1y

Class 5

16:25 Lingfield (AW)

Touchwood

9st 6lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: Ruth Carr

Acts well over C&D but hasn't been back here since impressive win in 2023; on a handy mark and of interest after a good Leicester run in May, with Oisin Murphy a rare booking for the yard (0-1 in last five years).

7/2

Form: 2033-0 D

Last run: 13 days

W: 9st 2lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 78

Form & Verdict
Modest strike-rate and his losing run stands at 19; never in the hunt behind Alzahir at Doncaster 13 days ago; others look stronger.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
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2nd

1

(8)

4th Jul 2026

Good

0m 5f 182y

Class 5

20:39 Carlisle

Another Investment

10st 9lb

J: Faye McManoman

T: Nigel Tinkler

Modest win record but he scored at Doncaster (6f) off 5lb higher around a year ago and it was his first go in this grade when running well for second over that C&D (also good to firm) a fortnight ago; Faye McManoman knows him well; respected.

7/2

2nd

2

(1)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 2y

Class 5

20:00 Doncaster

Another Investment

9st 10lb

J: Faye McManoman

T: Nigel Tinkler

Ended a long losing run over C&D last June but there's been little to enthuse about since, tenth in 6f Ripon handicap in April; needs to take a big step forward after a break.

9/1

10th

15

(3)

16th Apr 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

15:45 Ripon

Another Investment

8st 8lb

J: Faye McManoman

T: Nigel Tinkler

More modest runs than good ones in 2025 but he did bolt up at Doncaster last June (6f, good to firm) and he is 4lb lower now; needs to leave his reappearance effort well behind him and he has finished down the field in his two visits here.

40/1

6/1

Form: 3321-1 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 9st 1lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
On the up for Terry Kent last season and he made a winning debut for his new stable at Southwell three weeks ago (7f); up 4lb but he's on an upward path, showed plenty of willing and may prove up to the task.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
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Verdict Starting price

1st

2

(8)

5th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 5

15:05 Southwell (AW)

King Of Fury

9st 9lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Michael Dods

Ran well in fourth at Carlisle (1m1f, soft) two starts ago then failed to settle when well beaten at Ripon (1m2f, good) last time; he has some versatility trip-wise, having won over C&D last March, and he's capable of making an impact back down in distance.

8/1

7th

2

(4)

18th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

1m 1f 170y

Class 5

14:50 Ripon

King Of Fury

9st 13lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Michael Dods

Three AW wins, the latest by a neck at Kempton (1m; from 4lb higher) this time last year; yet to win on turf (0-13), but did finish one place ahead of Yermanthere at Carlisle (1m1f, soft; 5-1) ten days ago; that form was boosted when third-placed Star Cast won easily at Chester on Saturday.

7/1

4th

5

(7)

8th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

1m 1f 0y

Class 5

16:53 Carlisle

King Of Fury

9st 6lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: Michael Dods

Triple AW winner who failed to get home, having raced too freely, over 1m2f in that sphere last time (still ran respectably); 0-12 on turf but was a good second off 6lb higher in last attempt; not ruled out.

15/2

Non-runners

Coppull Hall Lane

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta £28.40
Straight Forecast £23.16
Tricast £329.74
Trifecta £461.50

Selections

POSTDATA:

Alzahir

The Sun:

Kodi Lion

Telegraph:

Coppull Hall Lane

TOPSPEED:

Mysteryofthesands

SPOTLIGHT:

King Of Fury

D Express:

Quest For Fun

Daily Record:

Kodi Lion

The Times:

Alzahir

The Guardian:

Alzahir

Daily Mail:

Alzahir

Daily Mirror:

Alzahir

The Star:

Alzahir