October 24 / 17.10 Newbury

17.10

Soft

West Berkshire Racing Club Handicap

  • Prize money: £12150
  • 0m 6f 0y
  • Class 3
  • 18 runners
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West Berkshire Racing Club Handicap

Runners: 18 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Partly sunny

Form: 820005 D

Last run: 20 days

W: 9st 12lb

6 yo Colt

OR: 90

Form & Verdict
Hasn't scored highly for consistency this year, but his two best runs for this stable have coincided with the softest ground he has tackled; back down in class but others are more appealing.
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6th

12

(9)

6th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 3y

Class 2

17:55 Epsom

Twilight Jet

8st 12lb

J: Ashley Lewis

T: Jim & Suzi Best

Won by 4l last Saturday to complete a Lingfield turf double; raised a whopping 12lb but is still well treated on best form, which includes close second (off 4lb higher) in this contest in 2025; fighting chance.

14/1

1st

1

(6)

30th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

20:42 Lingfield

Twilight Jet

10st 0lb

J: Ashley Lewis

T: Jim & Suzi Best

Ex-Irish 7yo who had a much higher mark this time last year; well backed all day and on course when winning over C&D 12 days ago, and there's every chance he can defy a 3lb rise under Ashley Lewis, who has plenty of experience for his 3lb claim in this company.

Evs

OUR TIP

Form: 12201 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 9st 10lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 89

Form & Verdict
Struggled in a hot Kempton handicap (6f) last month but he had been improving going into the race and quickly resumed his progress when winning a 6f handicap at Salisbury three weeks ago; 4lb rise against stronger opposition today; unraced on slower than good but sire's record on soft/heavy offers hope it will suit.
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2nd

1

(2)

3rd Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 16y

Class 4

17:43 Chepstow

Dr Strangelove

9st 13lb

J: Mason Paetel

T: Oliver Cole

Both wins have been over 6f, the most recent at Salisbury (good) in October off a 1lb lower mark than today's, but he went over today's trip at Goodwood (soft) last month; likely has quicker ground conditions today but has good claims.

2/1

2nd

1

(4)

7th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

17:20 Goodwood

Dr Strangelove

9st 9lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Oliver Cole

His two wins have come over 6f but he is fully effective over this extra furlong; back to his last winning mark and he will be a danger to all if the ground is suitable (well beaten in one run on slower than good).

7/1

3rd

5

(6)

1st May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

16:25 Goodwood

Dr Strangelove

9st 6lb

J: Daniel Muscutt

T: Oliver Cole

Gelded and off six months before a never-dangerous fourth of five in 6f Lingfield handicap 11 days ago; this dual 6f winner in 2025 can take a step forward now.

14/1

Form: 417303 D

Last run: 12 days

W: 9st 10lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 89

Form & Verdict
His progress looked to have stalled after winning at Chester in July but he was back to his best when third at Goodwood 12 days ago, not really getting a clear run at things until it was too late; runs off the same mark here but he will have to prove himself on soft ground.
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3

(10)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Showering

9st 10lb

J: Harry Burns

T: William Haggas

His progress looked to have stalled after winning at Chester in July but he was back to his best when third at Goodwood 12 days ago, not really getting a clear run at things until it was too late; runs off the same mark here but he will have to prove himself on soft ground.

8/1

2

(6)

12th Oct 2025

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:37 Goodwood

Showering

9st 5lb

J: Cieren Fallon

T: William Haggas

Down the field at Doncaster four weeks ago but that was his first attempt at 7f and it was in a more competitive race than this; he had a 3-8 strike-rate previously (including 6f wins on good/good to soft) and this 3yo could bounce back with a bold show for his top yard.

6/1

13th

8

(8)

14th Sep 2025

Good

0m 7f 6y

Class 2

14:30 Doncaster

Showering

9st 0lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Strike-rate of 3-8, with one of those wins on good to soft; endured a wide trip when placed at Chester last time but was beaten 4l and whether he wants 7f remains to be seen (confined to sprinting thus far).

20/1

Form: 204410 D

Last run: 34 days

W: 9st 10lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 89

Form & Verdict
Useful AW form, notably when winning a Racing League handicap at Wolverhampton in July; midfield in the Ayr Silver Cup five weeks ago (first run on soft ground); can race off 5lb lower today but others have slightly less to prove.
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2nd

4

(2)

30th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:37 Salisbury

Sudden Flight

9st 7lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Richard Hughes

Still seeking first win on turf but has posted two encouraging efforts this term, going close in first-time cheekpieces at Goodwood latest; possibilities in the retained headgear.

9/2

2nd

8

(7)

7th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

13:50 Goodwood

Sudden Flight

9st 4lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Richard Hughes

Better on AW than turf but handicapped accordingly and he ran his best race on grass when third of seven at Windsor 13 days ago (good to firm); down the field in two runs on soft but his Ayr Silver Cup effort wasn't too bad; new cheekpieces could give him a lift.

6/1

3rd

6

(5)

25th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 12y

Class 2

15:53 Windsor

Sudden Flight

8st 10lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Richard Hughes

Possibly unsuited by soft ground in last two appearances, taking turf record to 0-5; has shown some promise otherwise on grass and remains well treated on AW form (mark in that sphere is 8lb higher).

10/1

13/2

Form: 060281 D

Last run: 15 days

W: 9st 9lb

9 yo Gelding

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
Not prolific for one of his ability but 6f on slow ground suits him well and he confirmed the promise of his fine run in the Ayr Bronze Cup when winning back at Ayr two weeks ago (6f, heavy); 3lb rise not excessive and he should make another bold bid.
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9th

3

(16)

6th Jul 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:30 Ayr

Woven

10st 2lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Michael Dods

Veteran who still retains most of his ability and gave a good account when keeping-on second of 21 at York (6f, good) last month; still only 1lb higher than for C&D (heavy) win in October and will be favoured by any rain.

13/2

2nd

5

(12)

13th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

17:25 York

Woven

9st 13lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Michael Dods

Veteran who retains plenty of ability; fourth in big field at Doncaster on return and fared best of those drawn high when seventh over C&D next time; back to his last winning mark and impossible to discount.

10/1

7th

22

(18)

13th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:55 York

Woven

8st 9lb

J: Connor Beasley

T: Michael Dods

10yo who may prefer slow ground but the going was good when he was fourth of 21 in this in 2024; often runs well here and he reappeared with a creditable fourth of 19 at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) in March; each-way possible.

33/1

Form: P27128 D

Last run: 12 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 87

Form & Verdict
Won a heavy-ground handicap at Salisbury last month and backed it up with a good second at Newmarket; below that level at Goodwood 12 days ago and needs a full revival.
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12th

14

(8)

16th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:20 Newbury

Thunder Blue

8st 7lb

J: Ray Dawson

T: Michael Wigham

Capable of fairly useful form but finished last of 18 over C&D in final start for Jamie Osborne; sold for 18,000gns later in October; headgear switch; best watched.

33/1

6

(18)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Thunder Blue

9st 9lb

J: William Carver

T: Jamie Osborne

Won a heavy-ground handicap at Salisbury last month and backed it up with a good second at Newmarket; below that level at Goodwood 12 days ago and needs a full revival.

20/1

4

(3)

12th Oct 2025

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:37 Goodwood

Thunder Blue

9st 4lb

J: William Carver

T: Jamie Osborne

Back to winning ways at Salisbury (6f, heavy) last month and second at Newmarket (6f, heavy) since; this in-form C&D winner has solid claims.

8/1

Form: 536206 CD

Last run: 17 days

W: 9st 7lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
Only eight ran when he took the corresponding event on heavy ground last year but he is 1lb lower this time round and he retains plenty of ability; can bounce back from two lesser efforts now faced with ideal conditions.
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10th

9

(1)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:45 Newcastle (AW)

Knebworth

9st 5lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Richard Hughes

Reliable operator on AW and after wins at Chelmsford and Wolverhampton he found only Tuco Salamanca too strong in his hat-trick bid in March; better off with that rival today but not sure he's quite so progressive.

16/1

2nd

3

(3)

28th Mar 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:03 Kempton (AW)

Knebworth

9st 7lb

J: Finley Marsh

T: Richard Hughes

2-2 this year, winning 6f handicaps at Chelmsford in January and at Wolverhampton three weeks ago; 6lb rise for latest success takes him to a career-high mark but he is well drawn and should give it another good go.

6/1

1st

5

(4)

7th Mar 2026

Standard

0m 6f 20y

Class 3

14:05 Wolverhampton (AW)

Knebworth

9st 6lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Richard Hughes

Running in this race for the third time, having finished second in 2024 and fourth last year; those runs were after a break but he has the benefit of a run this time around, winning a 6f handicap at Chelmsford five weeks ago; still on a feasible mark and he is a key player for a stable going well.

3/1

Form: 220P20 D

Last run: 27 days

W: 9st 6lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 85

Form & Verdict
His only win came in an AW novice but he ran well on heavy ground at Goodwood last month; latest run at Haydock (raced alone up the far side) easy to forgive; blinkers now tried.
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12th

11

(8)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:45 Newcastle (AW)

Topwarrior

9st 4lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ralph Beckett

The addition of blinkers saw him take a good step forward when comfortably seeing off 17 rivals at Newbury (6f, soft) last October; absent until Derby day three weeks ago where he was never a threat; the blinkers now return and dangerous to underestimate him.

14/1

14th

9

(11)

6th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 3y

Class 2

17:55 Epsom

Topwarrior

9st 1lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ralph Beckett

Record of 2-9 in his first season last year, winning in blinkers at Newbury (6f, soft) final outing; may improve further this term; a possible danger, provided the removal of headgear doesn't backfire.

8/1

8

(7)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Topwarrior

9st 6lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Ralph Beckett

His only win came in an AW novice but he ran well on heavy ground at Goodwood last month; latest run at Haydock (raced alone up the far side) easy to forgive; blinkers now tried.

16/1

Form: 712340 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 9st 6lb

7 yo Filly

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Testing conditions no problem but this year's sole success came on fast ground at Windsor in June; not at her best behind Dr Strangelove at Salisbury three weeks ago; minor money perhaps her best hope.
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1st

8

(10)

13th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 12y

Class 4

19:20 Windsor

Under The Twilight

9st 7lb

J: Harry Davies

T: Michael Blake

Has a record of 2-7 over C&D (both wins on good to firm) and although not in quite the same form this year as she was last summer, such as when going close off 13lb higher on this track, she wasn't far away back here two starts ago; no surprise to see her go well.

7/1

4th

1

(1)

13th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

19:30 Leicester

Under The Twilight

10st 2lb

J: Liam Wright

T: Michael Blake

Five wins on turf have been at Windsor and Salisbury, the latest off a 2lb higher mark than today's; runner-up over this C&D (good to firm) in April before another solid effort at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 33 days ago; drops in grade with claims.

4/1

Form: 3-1117 D

Last run: 132 days

W: 9st 5lb

3 yo Colt

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Won his first three handicaps, all over 6f on good ground or quicker; couldn't complete the four-timer in a warm 3yo sprint at York in June, but he travelled well through that race and doubt he's handicapped out of things just yet; suitability of soft ground has to be taken on trust but he remains of interest for a top stable.
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10

(3)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Maelstrom

9st 5lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Won his first three handicaps, all over 6f on good ground or quicker; couldn't complete the four-timer in a warm 3yo sprint at York in June, but he travelled well through that race and doubt he's handicapped out of things just yet; suitability of soft ground has to be taken on trust but he remains of interest for a top stable.

13/2

7th

18

(15)

14th Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:35 York

Maelstrom

8st 6lb

J: Adam Farragher

T: William Haggas

Modest form as a 2yo but he's taken off in handicaps this year, winning by a wide margin at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) in April and following up at Haydock four days later; another step up the ladder when comfortably seeing off his ten rivals back at Haydock (again 6f on good) three weeks ago; a 4lb rise looks lenient and he's high on the list now upped in class.

11/2

4

(5)

24th May 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:10 Haydock

Maelstrom

9st 7lb

J: Cieren Fallon

T: William Haggas

Major improvement when winning by 4l on handicap/seasonal debut at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) last month and he followed up over this C&D (good) four days later; had just a neck to spare last time and is 6lb higher today, but this well-bred colt could have more left in the tank for his top yard.

15/8

25/1

Form: 128027 D

Last run: 11 days

W: 9st 5lb

3 yo Filly

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Chased home Dr Strangelove at Salisbury three weeks ago but she wasn't in the same form at Kempton 11 days ago; others are stronger.
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1st

6

(1)

30th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:37 Salisbury

Fleetwater

9st 2lb

J: David Egan

T: J S Moore

Has performed creditably a few times this term but her form surprisingly dipped at Windsor last time, has gained both wins at that venue; others preferred.

10/1

9th

9

(1)

15th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 12y

Class 3

19:00 Windsor

Fleetwater

9st 1lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: J S Moore

Well suited by this track, recording both her wins here and in the frame on her other three visits; ran on well to take third at Goodwood eight days ago; one to take seriously.

12/1

3rd

9

(9)

7th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

13:50 Goodwood

Fleetwater

9st 1lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: J S Moore

Both wins at Windsor but she is effective elsewhere; runner-up in two of her three starts this year but she's back from nine weeks off and could prove vulnerable.

9/1

16/1

Form: 090130

Last run: 34 days

W: 9st 2lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Blows hot and cold and latest Newmarket run was one of his lesser efforts; only 3lb higher than when dead-heating in a 22-runner handicap at York in July (7f, good to soft); drops to 6f for the first time since his 2yo days; effective on soft.
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3rd

8

(3)

11th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:05 Newbury

Pressures On

9st 2lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ed Dunlop

Usually seen over further but he goes well on slow ground and is only 1lb higher than for his big-field win at York last summer (7f, good to soft); big run wouldn't be a bolt from the blue.

12/1

5th

2

(8)

1st May 2026

Standard

0m 7f 14y

Class 4

19:33 Newcastle (AW)

Pressures On

9st 8lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Ed Dunlop

Didn't appear to be crying out for the return to 1m at Doncaster and weakened late on; this is his trip, over which he was twice runner-up at Wolverhampton in March; not handicapped out of it, either.

4/1

Form: 3-3085 D

Last run: 27 days

W: 9st 2lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Third behind Knebworth in the corresponding event 12 months ago (heavy ground) and he is rated 5lb lower this time around; didn't run badly at Haydock four weeks ago but he will need more if he is to come out on top.
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2nd

3

(7)

27th Mar 2026

Standard

0m 7f 1y

Class 4

15:12 Lingfield (AW)

Sergeant Pep

9st 3lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Clive Cox

Twice a runner-up over 6f this winter, including here, but he raced too freely in one 7f run and he still has to prove he needs this far.

7/2

3rd

7

(10)

6th Feb 2026

Standard

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

20:30 Newcastle (AW)

Sergeant Pep

9st 5lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Clive Cox

He has finished second on his last two attempts at this trip, chasing home Hundred Caps at Southwell 17 days ago; 4lb better off with his old rival today; each-way claims.

8/1

2nd

5

(4)

20th Jan 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

17:30 Southwell (AW)

Sergeant Pep

9st 8lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Clive Cox

Ran encouragingly at Lingfield (6f) on belated return to AW and the step up to 7f provides an excuse for subsequent effort; remains well treated on best turf form; possibilities.

13/2

Form: 335271 D

Last run: 52 days

W: 9st 1lb

3 yo Gelding

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Off the mark at the 11th attempt when comfortably seeing off four rivals in a Chepstow maiden last month (6f, soft); has run well in some useful handicaps this year but likely he will need another career-best to come out on top this time.
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11th

10

(3)

9th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 0y

Class 4

19:42 Carlisle

Peter The Wolf

9st 10lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Warren Greatrex

Only win was a 6f Chepstow maiden last September (6f, soft; 8-15 favourite); well beaten both starts since; bit to prove.

8/1

6th

6

(1)

30th Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

19:30 Southwell (AW)

Peter The Wolf

9st 5lb

J: Edward Greatrex

T: Warren Greatrex

Off the mark at the 11th attempt when landing a Chepstow maiden (6f, soft) in September but that was a golden opportunity and he struggled back in a handicap in his final run last season; drops back in grade on his return but he has a patchy profile and others are more convincing.

12/1

14

(6)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Peter The Wolf

9st 1lb

J: Rob Hornby

T: Warren Greatrex

Off the mark at the 11th attempt when comfortably seeing off four rivals in a Chepstow maiden last month (6f, soft); has run well in some useful handicaps this year but likely he will need another career-best to come out on top this time.

12/1

Form: 224124 D

Last run: 29 days

W: 8st 13lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
He had slipped a long way down the weights and has enjoyed a revival since June, albeit he has only managed to put his head in front once; solid fourth off this mark at Pontefract four weeks ago; more needed to take this.
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3rd

6

(5)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

17:30 York

Havana Rum

9st 7lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Ended 2025 in good form on AW; some solid efforts back on turf this year without suggesting he had much in hand of his mark; minor money perhaps his best hope.

14/1

3rd

5

(5)

1st Jul 2026

Good

0m 6f 3y

Class 4

18:22 Epsom

Havana Rum

9st 10lb

J: Ethan Tindall

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Back to his best last year and his reappearance second of 13 at Pontefract (5f) in April sent his mark to new heights; hasn't matched that in three starts since but last time's fifth of ten from the widest stall at Chester (6f, also good to soft; not clear run) suggests this mark isn't beyond him; in the picture.

10/1

5th

7

(10)

13th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 17y

Class 3

13:35 Chester

Havana Rum

8st 9lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

His year started well when bustling up Saturday's Epsom "Dash" winner at Pontefract (5f, good to soft) in April but his two runs last month didn't come close and he has the widest stall.

20/1

Form: 5168

Last run: 20 days

W: 8st 11lb

3 yo Filly

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Won a 7f maiden (good) at Down Royal for Dermot Weld in May; not so good in either run for new stable; ground a query now back to 6f.
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16

(12)

24th Oct 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:10 Newbury

Rajala

8st 11lb

J: Jack Callan

T: Jane Chapple-Hyam

Won a 7f maiden (good) at Down Royal for Dermot Weld in May; not so good in either run for new stable; ground a query now back to 6f.

33/1

8th

7

(8)

4th Oct 2025

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 3

17:00 Newmarket

Rajala

9st 4lb

J: Harry Davies

T: Jane Chapple-Hyam

Won 7f Down Royal maiden on good ground for Dermot Weld in May, her second start; not quite in same form when sixth of eight for new stable at Kempton (7f, AW) in August but that certainly wasn't a bad run and she may still have potential; makes handicap debut here.

14/1

6th

2

(3)

6th Aug 2025

Standard To Slow

0m 7f 0y

Class 3

19:10 Kempton (AW)

Rajala

9st 9lb

J: Alexandra Egan

T: Jane Chapple-Hyam

Raced twice for Dermot Weld, recording neck success at Down Royal (upped to 7f) last time; remains in same ownership; one of the main form contenders on stable debut and Alexandra Egan takes off a handy 7lb.

9/1

Form: 322142 D

Last run: 8 days

W: 8st 8lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Better than ever in recent weeks, winning at Doncaster (6f, good) last month either side of good placed efforts; 2lb well in but he will need a better effort to win in this grade (Nottingham Class 2 fourth this month was in a race where the top-weight was only rated 86).
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8th

9

(1)

14th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 6f 20y

Class 4

17:55 Wolverhampton (AW)

Charlie Mason

9st 6lb

J: Marco Ghiani

T: Tony Carroll

Showed career-best form when winning at Lingfield (6f, soft) two starts ago and is also suited by this C&D but could be a shade vulnerable off a mark this high.

8/1

6th

5

(2)

12th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 10y

Class 4

13:38 Sandown

Charlie Mason

9st 6lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Tony Carroll

Consistent 5yo who came clear with the second when justifying market support last weekend at Lingfield (6f, soft); carries a 5lb penalty and Myla Coppins claimed 7lb on Saturday, so these terms are tougher; still a likely contender and any rain welcomed.

7/2

1st

7

(6)

6th Jun 2026

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

20:10 Lingfield

Charlie Mason

9st 4lb

J: Myla Coppins

T: Tony Carroll

Modest strike-rate in the last 14 months but he is generally consistent and is versatile as regards surfaces; form figures off current mark read 222; could go one better, with Myla Coppins taking off 7lb.

5/1

Form: 008765 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 8st 7lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 68

Form & Verdict
Won't mind how slow the ground gets but she is 3lb out of the weights and there are other pace influences to contend with; likely vulnerable.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

7th

7

(6)

14th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 213y

Class 4

14:44 Salisbury

Land Of Magic

8st 12lb

J: Rhys Clutterbuck

T: Rachel Cook & John Bridger

Gradually back to form this term, most recently prevailing at Goodwood (6f, good to soft); has never won above Class 5 but she remains favourably treated, having defied current mark last term (over 7f).

4/1

1st

8

(3)

5th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

18:27 Goodwood

Land Of Magic

9st 7lb

J: Seamus Cronin

T: Rachel Cook & John Bridger

Strike-rate of 4-35; best run for a while when a front-running second at Lingfield (7f, good) and dropping back to 6f won't hinder, nor the slower ground; could have done with a higher draw ideally but should run well.

13/2

2nd

8

(5)

26th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

19:54 Lingfield

Land Of Magic

8st 13lb

J: Rhys Clutterbuck

T: Rachel Cook & John Bridger

Out of the frame in her last ten starts, but is 4lb lower than when making all over C&D this time last year; by no means written off.

11/1

Selections

RP RATINGS:

Peter The Wolf

POSTDATA:

Sergeant Pep

SPOTLIGHT:

Woven

Daily Record:

Dr Strangelove

The Sun:

Charlie Mason

Telegraph:

Pressure's On

Daily Mail:

Knebworth

TOPSPEED:

Peter The Wolf

LAMBOURN:

Peter The Wolf

The Star:

Peter The Wolf

The Times:

Sergeant Pep

D Express:

Sergeant Pep

Daily Mirror:

Sergeant Pep

The Guardian:

Woven