October 04 / 19.45 Newcastle (AW)

19.45

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  • 0m 7f 14y
  • Class 4
  • 11 runners
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Runners: 11 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Tapeta

Weather: Light rain

6/1 (Won)

Form: 424-30 D

Last run: 20 days

W: 9st 10lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 86

Form & Verdict
Useful 2yo and ran to a fair level on his 3yo return at Newcastle in April; absent for five months prior to his tenth of 16 at Doncaster three weeks ago; down in class for his AW debut and not fully exposed.
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25th

20

(3)

26th Sep 2026

Good

1m 1f 0y

Class 2

15:40 Newmarket

Spell Master

8st 9lb

J: Silvestre De Sousa

T: Oli Rix

He's run some really promising races in defeat for his new yard this year, just running out of stamina when sixth of 22 in the John Smith's Cup at York (1m2f, good to firm) in July and finishing third there (1m, good to soft) last month; this trip could be a good fit and he's an each-way player.

33/1

3rd

16

(14)

20th Aug 2026

Good

0m 7f 192y

Class 2

15:00 York

Spell Master

8st 7lb

J: Ray Dawson

T: Oli Rix

Close third at Newmarket (good) in June when upped to 1m on his second start for this yard, and he made good headway before his run petered out in the John Smith's Cup here (10.2f, good to firm) last month; denied a clear run when mid-division at Glorious Goodwood (1m1f, good to firm) last time; the return to 1m could be ideal; ran well on soft early in career; chance.

25/1

7th

7

(4)

1st Aug 2026

Good To Firm

1m 1f 11y

Class 3

17:20 Goodwood

Spell Master

9st 9lb

J: Ray Dawson

T: Oli Rix

Close third at Newmarket (good) in June on his first crack at 1m and second start for this yard, and he made good headway before his run petered out in the John Smith's Cup at York (10.2f, good to firm), finishing sixth of 22; has won here and today's drop back in trip/grade could prove ideal.

7/1

OUR TIP

5/1

Form: 737008 C

Last run: 6 days

W: 9st 11lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Quirky 4yo; won well at Leicester in June (7f, good to firm; hooded first time) and his third at Ascot in July was an excellent effort; a few quiet efforts from August onwards but he would likely have gone close here (1m) last week had he seen any daylight; the forecast strong headwind could favour something coming from off the pace and no doubt he has the ability to win off this mark; high on the list.
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1st

12

(2)

26th Sep 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

16:50 Newmarket

Sword

8st 9lb

J: Olivia Haines

T: Stuart Williams

His losing run is up to 16 and this inconsistent 5yo failed to threaten at Ascot three weeks ago, while he's 2lb out of the weights this afternoon; however, he was beaten just a head on the other Newmarket course (6f, good) two starts ago and stays 7f; not ruled out each-way.

14/1

7th

12

(6)

5th Sep 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:35 Ascot

Sword

8st 13lb

J: Silvestre De Sousa

T: Stuart Williams

His ability has never been in doubt and a return of two wins from his 24 starts is disappointing; he has run some good races in defeat since joining Stuart Williams, including dropped to 6f at Newmarket a fortnight ago, and he holds each-way claims again.

10/1

2nd

4

(2)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

14:09 Newmarket (July)

Sword

9st 12lb

J: Silvestre De Sousa

T: Stuart Williams

Dual winner; 0-5 for Stuart Williams but had been holding his own in 7f handicaps until a lesser show last time; whether he's quick enough for 6f is the glaring concern (all 23 runs from 7f to 1m2f).

8/1

6/1

Form: 269486 D

Last run: 10 days

W: 9st 10lb

8 yo Mare

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
On a long losing run but she is an admirable mare who is fully effective under the conditions; down to a good mark and likely to be in the thick of the action.
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3rd

1

(10)

30th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

18:15 Chelmsford (AW)

Aramis Grey

9st 11lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Jack Jones

Her losing run stands at 26 but that doesn't do her justice as she's an admirable mare who has run numerous good races since that latest success; good third against male opposition at Newcastle four weeks ago; should get a good pace to aim at and more prize money would seem likely.

6/1

3rd

1

(10)

30th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

18:15 Chelmsford (AW)

Aramis Grey

9st 11lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Jack Jones

Her losing run stands at 26 but that doesn't do her justice as she's an admirable mare who has run numerous good races since that latest success; good third against male opposition at Newcastle four weeks ago; should get a good pace to aim at and more prize money would seem likely.

6/1

8/1

Form: 3221- D

Last run: 387 days

W: 9st 9lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Four runs at two, getting off the mark in emphatic fashion at Epsom 387 days ago (7f, soft; blinkered first time); gelded during his absence; drop in trip and absence of headgear raise doubts ahead of his handicap debut.
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5th

9

(10)

2nd Oct 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

13:50 Ascot

Bold Impact

11st 3lb

J: Mr Patrick Millman

T: Rod Millman

Finished well to exploit reduced mark at Windsor (1m, good to firm) in July; best run since when third of 14 over 1m1f at Newmarket (good) under Patrick Millman 13 days ago, catching the eye a bit with his late headway from the rear; back down 2f in trip now.

11/1

3rd

5

(1)

19th Sep 2026

Good

1m 1f 0y

Class 4

17:30 Newmarket

Bold Impact

10st 12lb

J: Mr Patrick Millman

T: Rod Millman

Finished well to exploit reduced mark at Windsor (1m, good to firm) in July and remains well handicapped on older form but was safely held on his last two starts; others have more appealing profiles.

16/1

5th

5

(6)

29th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 31y

Class 4

19:00 Windsor

Bold Impact

9st 7lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: Rod Millman

Won from off the pace over C&D (good to firm; effective on softer) before a very disappointing return to this track when 1m2f wasn't to blame; capable but risky.

9/2

10/1

Form: 700258 D

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 4lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 78

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

Form: 325991 C

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 6lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Off the mark for the year when seeing off 12 rivals at Newmarket a fortnight ago (7f, good); 4lb rise offset by rider's 5lb claim and he has a course win on his record; one to consider.
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7th

4

(8)

10th Sep 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 3y

Class 4

14:35 Epsom

Daring Legend

9st 10lb

J: Kieren Fox

T: Mark Pattinson

40-1 when beaten a nose at Kempton (6f, AW) on his stable debut in March and, after some lesser turf efforts, he was back in form when beaten a neck at Lingfield (1m, AW; first-time hood/tongue-tie) 19 days ago; thereabouts if he can transfer that form to grass this time.

6/1

2nd

3

(6)

22nd Aug 2026

Standard

1m 0f 1y

Class 5

19:15 Lingfield (AW)

Daring Legend

9st 8lb

J: Kieren Fox

T: Mark Pattinson

All four wins when trained by Mick Appleby; below par on turf recently and has a bit to prove on this return to AW; first-time hood goes on alongside returning tongue-tie.

16/1

14th

5

(14)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:20 Ascot

Daring Legend

9st 12lb

J: Luke Morris

T: Mark Pattinson

Won over this trip at Newmarket last autumn for Mick Appleby but three turf runs for current yard have been well below par; bit to prove.

25/1

Form: 311 CD

Last run: 23 days

W: 9st 8lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Improved with each run, winning a 7f maiden at Redcar on his second start and then defying a penalty over C&D last month; he'll need more to defy this mark now pitched into a competitive handicap though.
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1st

4

(4)

17th Oct 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 5

17:30 Southwell (AW)

Monsieur Bondy

9st 10lb

J: Cam Hardie

T: Geoff Oldroyd

Maiden/novice winner who has unconvincing handicap form but could conceivably prove resurgent off current mark, which is 16lb below his opening one; market support should be noted.

10/1

10th

6

(6)

25th Sep 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 5

19:45 Newcastle (AW)

Monsieur Bondy

9st 11lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Geoff Oldroyd

7f maiden win on turf last summer was followed by a C&D novice success 12 months ago; down the field in four fast-ground turf handicaps in midsummer but dropped 11lb as a consequence; now tackles his first Class 5 handicap with cheekpieces enlisted; interesting contender.

12/1

13th

11

(8)

24th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:32 York

Monsieur Bondy

9st 4lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Geoff Oldroyd

Lightly raced 4yo who won two 7f novices last August/September; dropping down the weights and a market check is advised but he's been down the field at Doncaster on his three starts this season (7f, good to firm).

66/1

Form: 8-5000

Last run: 8 days

W: 9st 6lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
Won 6f novice on heavy as 2yo but yet to shine in handicaps, including three runs for new yard; tongue tie left off and new blinkers added.
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7th

5

17th Oct 2026

Good

2m 0f 167y

Class 3

13:42 Newton Abbot

Arctic Voyage

11st 1lb

J: Rex Dingle

T: Michael Blake

Progressive for new stable since the spring, with two of his three good-ground wins gained over C&D; not discredited when third of four here last month and ought to make his presence felt.

9/2

3rd

3

7th Sep 2026

Good

2m 0f 167y

Class 3

16:00 Newton Abbot

Arctic Voyage

11st 6lb

J: Harry Reed

T: Michael Blake

3-5 over hurdles for current stable since March, the latest win gained in C&D (good) handicap two months ago; did that in pretty good style and subsequent 4lb rise does not look excessive; commands respect.

2/1

Form: 0-1308 CD

Last run: 8 days

W: 9st 9lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 83

Form & Verdict
Two course wins, including at this trip, and he is back to the same mark as when winning a 6f handicap here in April; not at his best on his last two starts but last week's Haydock eighth was after a break.
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4th

5

(5)

24th Jan 2026

Standard

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

18:05 Newcastle (AW)

The Turpinator

9st 7lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

C&D win last April came off a 5lb higher mark; good second at Wolverhampton three weeks ago but unable to back it up at Southwell one week later (both 7f); chance if back to his best.

10/1

8th

10

(7)

30th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 3

18:00 Southwell (AW)

The Turpinator

9st 3lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

Four-time AW winner, the latest at Newcastle (6f, Tapeta) in April; now 2lb lower and no problem with the return to 7f, but he needs to fare better than in his last three starts.

25/1

8th

10

(7)

30th Oct 2025

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 3

18:00 Southwell (AW)

The Turpinator

9st 3lb

J: Oliver Stammers

T: Grant Tuer

Four-time AW winner, the latest at Newcastle (6f, Tapeta) in April; now 2lb lower and no problem with the return to 7f, but he needs to fare better than in his last three starts.

25/1

Form: 486141 CD

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 10lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Comes here in top form, having won two of his last three starts; saw off 14 rivals at Thirsk four weeks ago and a 5lb rise is fair enough; unlikely he'll get a soft lead here though.
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19th

1

(13)

6th Sep 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 192y

Class 4

17:00 York

Master Richard

10st 2lb

J: Alexandra Egan

T: Ann Duffield

Down the field ten days ago following a break, when usual front-running tactics weren't adopted on first start since rejoining this yard; however, running well in defeat otherwise this year and he's a two-time C&D winner; probably fine on good to soft, unproven on soft; could make a bold bid.

14/1

9th

3

(2)

27th Aug 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 4

19:00 Southwell (AW)

Master Richard

9st 12lb

J: Shane Gray

T: Ann Duffield

Front-runner; still 10lb higher than when winning over C&D in July last year, but has been beaten less than a length off similar marks in each of his last four starts; faces other speed influences but still respected on first start back with his former trainer.

8/1

3rd

2

(11)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 4

19:30 Doncaster

Master Richard

9st 9lb

J: Dylan Hogan

T: Noel Wilson

A dual 7f winner in 2025 for Ann Duffield; returned with very good placed efforts in 7f handicaps at Newcastle and Musselburgh this spring and not out of things starting out for another new yard here.

4/1

33/1

Form: 231-09

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 5lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
1m novice winner as a 2yo (Polytrack); disappointed on seasonal/handicap debut at Newmarket in April, after which he was sold by Godolphin for 48,000gns; 66-1 and always in rear on last month's stable debut; too much to prove for comfort.
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3rd

2

(4)

10th Apr 2026

Standard

0m 7f 36y

Class 6

19:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Present Times

9st 9lb

J: Stevie Donohoe

T: Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay

1m AW winner for Charlie Appleby as a 2yo but he's struggled in five runs for his current yard; now 19lb lower than for his opening mark but he has plenty to prove on this drop back in trip; headgear removed.

12/1

7th

2

(8)

20th Mar 2026

Standard

1m 0f 142y

Class 5

18:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Present Times

9st 8lb

J: Stevie Donohoe

T: Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay

1m AW winner for Charlie Appleby as a 2yo; barely beat a rival in five handicap runs in 2025 (sold after the first of them) but he has tumbled down the weights and has his first run in 0-70 company with new headgear fitted; market confidence should be noted.

10/1

10th

11

(11)

17th Oct 2025

Good To Soft

0m 7f 212y

Class 3

15:05 Haydock

Present Times

8st 13lb

J: Rowan Scott

T: Stella Barclay

AW novice success on final 2yo start; soundly beaten in three handicaps this season, leaving Charlie Appleby after first occasion; fitting of tongue-tie needs to prompt a big revival.

50/1

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Payout
Straight Forecast £15.86
Tricast £107.71

Selections

Telegraph:

Monsieur Bondy

POSTDATA:

Daring Legend

RP RATINGS:

Aramis Grey

SPOTLIGHT:

Sword

D Express:

Spell Master

The Sun:

Master Richard

Daily Mail:

Monsieur Bondy

The Star:

Monsieur Bondy

Daily Record:

Monsieur Bondy

Daily Mirror:

Sword

The Times:

Daring Legend

The Guardian:

Daring Legend

TOPSPEED:

Aramis Grey

NEWMARKET:

Aramis Grey