October 11 / 16.10 Wolverhampton (AW)

16.10

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Stay At The Wolverhampton Holiday Inn Handicap

  • Prize money: £3245.08
  • 1m 1f 104y
  • Class 6
  • 12 runners
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Stay At The Wolverhampton Holiday Inn Handicap

Runners: 12 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Tapeta

Weather: Mostly cloudy

OUR TIP

Form: 257757

Last run: 56 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 53

Form & Verdict
Campaigned on turf since handicapping, winning off 2lb higher in first attempt; inconsistency has crept in; return to best form would give her a fighting chance, in keeping with her name.
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14th

11

(14)

23rd May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 2f 0y

Class 6

19:30 Windsor

Fighting Queen

9st 6lb

J: Paddy Bradley

T: Joe Ponting

Made a winning turf/handicap debut at Bath (1m) last May and posted a creditable second upped to 1m2f at that track (also firm) nine days later; didn't match that form subsequently but last year was this 5yo's first season racing so chance she might have a shade more to offer this term.

16/1

6

(9)

28th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

20:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Fighting Queen

9st 3lb

J: Robert Havlin

T: Joe Ponting

Made a successful handicap debut at Bath (1m, firm) in May and ran well when third of 12 over C&D 17 days ago given she was keen and didn't enjoy a clear passage; that form has been boosted with the winner (twice) and fourth successful since; races off the same mark.

12/1

6

(9)

28th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

20:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Fighting Queen

9st 3lb

J: Robert Havlin

T: Joe Ponting

Made a successful handicap debut at Bath (1m, firm) in May and ran well when third of 12 over C&D 17 days ago given she was keen and didn't enjoy a clear passage; that form has been boosted with the winner (twice) and fourth successful since; races off the same mark.

12/1

Form: 321505

Last run: 30 days

W: 9st 9lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 53

Form & Verdict
Needs to improve on his two efforts for new yard and the latest one took his AW record to 0-18.
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3

(11)

24th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 4f 14y

Class 6

18:30 Southwell (AW)

Life On The Rocks

9st 7lb

J: Aiden Brookes

T: Micky Hammond

Needs to improve on his three efforts for new yard and the latest one took his AW record to 0-19.

40/1

2

(9)

11th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

16:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Life On The Rocks

9st 9lb

J: Aiden Brookes

T: Micky Hammond

Needs to improve on his two efforts for new yard and the latest one took his AW record to 0-18.

14/1

5th

1

(6)

11th Sep 2025

Standard

1m 2f 42y

Class 6

17:25 Newcastle (AW)

Life On The Rocks

9st 12lb

J: Aiden Brookes

T: Micky Hammond

All six of his wins have been on turf but he has form on AW; won by a head at Leicester (1m2f, good to firm) in May before a lesser effort on his final start for Richard Fahey; failed to beat a rival on yard debut at Beverley (8.5f, good to firm) and the visor now returns.

12/1

Form: 978112 BF

Last run: 57 days

W: 9st 7lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 55

Form & Verdict
Low-mileage 3yo who has form figures of 112, all over 1m on turf, since wearing a tongue-tie; likely to stay this longer trip and may still have further progress in him; respected.
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4th

8

(5)

28th May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 3y

Class 6

17:00 Yarmouth

Typeface

9st 4lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Ian Williams

Dual turf winner but has mixed record since his emphatic win at Ffos Las (1m, good) last August; didn't live up to market expectations on Doncaster reappearance (good to soft) 12 days ago but he missed the break and may have needed that run; should be sharper this time and has possibilities if he can rediscover his spark.

3/1

6th

2

(2)

16th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 6y

Class 6

20:15 Doncaster

Typeface

9st 9lb

J: Callum Hutchinson

T: Ian Williams

Made it 2-4 on turf with an emphatic win at Ffos Las (1m, good) last August; ended last year with a major blip at Newcastle but that was after two seconds at that track; regular tongue-tie is missing on his return but he still looks on a workable mark and should get a good pace to aim at on this drop to 7f; one to keep an eye on.

7/1

3

(5)

11th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

16:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Typeface

9st 7lb

J: Callum Hutchinson

T: Ian Williams

Low-mileage 3yo who has form figures of 112, all over 1m on turf, since wearing a tongue-tie; likely to stay this longer trip and may still have further progress in him; respected.

2/1

Form: 621540

Last run: 38 days

W: 9st 7lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 55

Form & Verdict
Off the mark in 1m contest at Bath in May but has failed to build on that success; well held, having pulled hard, in sole C&D attempt.
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6th

8

(6)

12th May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

17:00 Bath

Havana Club

9st 1lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Adrian Wintle

Got behind after a slow start here last time but still got to within a head of the winner; the hood is removed but one to consider.

4/1

2nd

4

(2)

29th Apr 2026

Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

19:30 Bath

Havana Club

9st 4lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Adrian Wintle

2lb lower than when winning over this C&D last May and took a step back in the right direction, following some lesser efforts, when fourth of 13 here 24 days ago; needs to build on that but he's a contender if doing so.

7/2

4th

9

(1)

5th Apr 2026

Good

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

17:25 Bath

Havana Club

9st 5lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Adrian Wintle

Couple of ordinary efforts on the AW since unseating in February but he returns to turf on a career-low mark, 1lb lower than when winning over C&D last spring; the hood returning could help and he ought to fare better.

12/1

Form: 506163 D

Last run: 26 days

W: 9st 7lb

6 yo Filly

OR: 51

Form & Verdict
Recorded sole win for current yard in turf classified event in August; balance of recent handicap form gives her something to find.
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9th

8

(5)

29th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 216y

Class 6

15:52 Brighton

Celebrating Ethel

9st 3lb

J: Jack Doughty

T: Tony Carroll

Landed her second win on turf when picking up 1m2f course classified in August; similar trip and grade when winning at Wolverhampton (AW) in March but two lesser efforts followed; drops back in distance.

9/1

6th

7

(6)

7th May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 2f 0y

Class 6

16:35 Windsor

Celebrating Ethel

8st 13lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Tony Carroll

Kept on well to win a 9.4f 0-50 classified race at Wolverhampton in March (for Rossa Ryan); not so good when seventh behind Haveagobeau at Lingfield (1m2f) six weeks ago; others are stronger for win purposes.

8/1

7th

2

(4)

25th Mar 2026

Standard

1m 2f 0y

Class 6

17:52 Lingfield (AW)

Celebrating Ethel

9st 13lb

J: Harry Vigors

T: Tony Carroll

Inconsistent mare who responded well to second-time cheekpieces when winning for Rossa Ryan (rides stablemate Myna) on Tapeta early last week (has a penalty for that); yet to finish anywhere near after seven runs on Polytrack.

6/1

8/1

Form: 764827 CD

Last run: 40 days

W: 9st 7lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 51

Form & Verdict
Six-time winner, including over C&D, for Joseph Parr then 0-6 (placed once) for Michael Keady; starts out for Martin Dunne looking well handicapped on best form.
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11th

11

(7)

11th Apr 2026

Good

1m 2f 23y

Class 4

15:42 Yarmouth

McTed

9st 0lb

J: Alice Bond

T: Martin Dunne

Won first three handicaps for new yard on AW and turf (1m-1m2f) by emphatic margins but he couldn't defy a penalty in October and was a further 5lb higher when soundly beaten in November; now has to show he can cope with current mark; regular cheekpieces left off.

25/1

3

(6)

31st Oct 2025

Good

1m 1f 0y

Class 5

15:57 Newmarket

McTed

9st 11lb

J: Alice Bond

T: Martin Dunne

Ridden last three years by Alice Bond; 3-3 for Martin Dunne with his wins over 9.4f at Wolverhampton, 1m2f at Brighton and 8.6f at Wolverhampton, with varied tactics but all in good style; 4lb penalty and just six days off but that latest run was career-best form and this 7yo is on the march.

2/1

4th

3

(6)

31st Oct 2025

Good

1m 1f 0y

Class 5

15:57 Newmarket

McTed

9st 11lb

J: Alice Bond

T: Martin Dunne

Ridden last three years by Alice Bond; 3-3 for Martin Dunne with his wins over 9.4f at Wolverhampton, 1m2f at Brighton and 8.6f at Wolverhampton, with varied tactics but all in good style; 4lb penalty and just six days off but that latest run was career-best form and this 7yo is on the march.

2/1

Form: 422230

Last run: 11 days

W: 9st 3lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 47

Form & Verdict
Record is just 1-37 but he has largely consistent turf form (1m-11.5f) for current stable and the 1m5f trip partly provides an excuse for latest effort; could go well.
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4th

6

(4)

26th May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 2f 37y

Class 6

16:30 Bath

Bobby Dassler

8st 11lb

J: Mason Paetel

T: Barry John Murphy

1m win here (heavy) last October came off a 6lb lower mark; solid efforts for new trainer here on his last two runs (extended 1m3f) but he could help set this up for a finisher.

9/1

3rd

4

(2)

12th May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 3f 137y

Class 6

15:50 Bath

Bobby Dassler

8st 10lb

J: Christian Howarth

T: Barry John Murphy

Often goes well here, as again was the case when an 80-1 runner-up last week (good); likely to be ridden handy as usual.

13/2

Form: 937627

Last run: 38 days

W: 9st 3lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 47

Form & Verdict
Still a maiden at the age of six but penultimate effort, namely second over 1m2f on turf, gives him an each-way squeak.
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10th

1

(9)

13th Feb 2026

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

17:45 Wolverhampton (AW)

Bondi Man

9st 9lb

J: Alistair Rawlinson

T: Sarah Hollinshead

22-race maiden who is far from solid on his form, all at Wolverhampton, this winter.

40/1

8th

12

(11)

2nd Feb 2026

Standard

1m 4f 51y

Class 6

17:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Bondi Man

9st 11lb

J: Mr Cameron Hillhouse

T: Sarah Hollinshead

Inconsistent 21-race maiden who has finished ninth in classified events here (9.4f) in his last two runs; has plenty to prove again and he's struggled in three attempts at this trip.

33/1

9th

3

(1)

19th Jan 2026

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

18:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Bondi Man

9st 9lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Sarah Hollinshead

Inconsistent 20-race maiden who finished last of nine in a classified event over C&D last Monday; others preferred.

25/1

Form: 964200 CD

Last run: 18 days

W: 9st 2lb

8 yo Mare

OR: 46

Form & Verdict
Posted duck eggs elsewhere the last twice but this return to Wolverhampton may have reviving effect; six-time course winner.
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8th

7

(7)

2nd Jun 2026

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

21:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Port Noir

9st 3lb

J: Rose Dawes

T: Robert Stephens

Has enjoyed a good year with four wins, two of them over C&D; last two efforts leave her with a bit to prove, though.

14/1

12th

2

(11)

23rd May 2026

Good To Firm

1m 2f 0y

Class 6

19:30 Windsor

Port Noir

9st 9lb

J: Rose Dawes

T: Robert Stephens

Hardy mare who landed four races on AW (1m to 9.5f) between February and April; also a previous four-time winner on turf but this is just her second crack at 1m2f on her 111th start; still not discounted.

12/1

7th

4

(5)

6th May 2026

Standard To Slow

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

18:00 Kempton (AW)

Port Noir

9st 9lb

J: Matthew Lloyd Slater

T: Robert Stephens

9yo who has won four times since February including twice over C&D; held in third when unpenalised at Wolverhampton last time but she wasn't beaten far and that was another creditable effort; should be in the mix again off 3lb higher.

4/1

33/1

Form: 752667

Last run: 21 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 45

Form & Verdict
4yo maiden who recorded sole placed effort at classified level; far from solid on overall form.
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10

(11)

11th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

16:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Rohilla

9st 1lb

J: Joey Haynes

T: Scott Dixon

4yo maiden who recorded sole placed effort at classified level; far from solid on overall form.

33/1

7

(1)

20th Sep 2025

Standard

1m 4f 51y

Class 6

20:00 Wolverhampton (AW)

Rohilla

9st 0lb

J: Joey Haynes

T: Scott Dixon

Longstanding maiden who hasn't improved for the step up to middle distances of late; had plenty of chances now, including in 0-50 company, and would be a surprise winner.

20/1

6

(7)

29th Aug 2025

Good To Firm

1m 3f 209y

Class 6

16:03 Ffos Las

Rohilla

9st 0lb

J: Joey Haynes

T: Scott Dixon

Most of her runs since awarded a mark have been at up to around 1m1f but she finished runner-up in a 1m2f classified event at Lingfield (good) this month; never involved upped to about 1m3f there since; needs improvement.

12/1

Form: 600798

Last run: 16 days

W: 8st 11lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 45

Form & Verdict
3yo maiden who has weak claims on his 6f/7f form; however, pedigree suggests this new trip may prompt improvement.
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13th

1

(11)

30th Jan 2026

Standard

1m 2f 150y

18:45 Dundalk (AW)

Yorkshire Myth

10st 0lb

J: Nicola Burns

T: R P Burns

Maiden produced his best effort on final start for former yard over 9.5f at Wolverhampton in October when a 2.25l second of 12 off 45; this longer trip will suit but 15lb higher here and might need this run.

11/2

11

(4)

11th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

16:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Yorkshire Myth

8st 11lb

J: Edward Greatrex

T: Michael & David Easterby

3yo maiden who has weak claims on his 6f/7f form; however, pedigree suggests this new trip may prompt improvement.

12/1

Form: 465409 C

Last run: 11 days

W: 8st 11lb

3 yo Filly

OR: 45

Form & Verdict
Not solid on her turf form for new stable; may benefit from this return to Wolverhampton, having gained sole win here (8.5f).
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12

(1)

11th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 1f 104y

Class 6

16:10 Wolverhampton (AW)

Perfect Parole

8st 11lb

J: Darragh Keenan

T: John Gallagher

Not solid on her turf form for new stable; may benefit from this return to Wolverhampton, having gained sole win here (8.5f).

33/1

9th

11

(8)

30th Sep 2025

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 6

15:22 Bath

Perfect Parole

8st 5lb

J: Jack Doughty

T: John Gallagher

Didn't look in love with soft ground at Brighton two weeks ago but his fourth on stable debut was in a classified race; others safer.

20/1

12th

15

(10)

15th Sep 2025

Good To Soft

0m 7f 216y

Class 6

14:12 Brighton

Perfect Parole

8st 7lb

J: Mikkel Mortensen

T: John Gallagher

Fair fourth in classified event here (7f, good to firm) on stable debut in June; this step back up in trip looks a positive but she's now 1-14 and still has something to prove on slow ground; mixed messages.

16/1

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Payout
Exacta £104.70
Straight Forecast £71.02
Tricast £748.57
Trifecta £878.30

Selections

SPOTLIGHT:

Typeface

POSTDATA:

Mc'ted

RP RATINGS:

Port Noir

The Times:

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Telegraph:

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The Guardian:

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Daily Mail:

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D Express:

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Daily Mirror:

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The Sun:

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The Star:

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Daily Record:

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