April 02 / 17.48 Southwell (AW)

17.48

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Make The Move To Midnite Handicap

  • Prize money: £4972.3
  • 0m 6f 16y
  • Class 4
  • 10 runners
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Make The Move To Midnite Handicap

Runners: 10 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Tapeta

Weather: Mostly cloudy

8/1 (Won)

  • Win: £3.50
  • Place: £1.20

Form: 34600- D

Last run: 195 days

W: 9st 9lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Ended 2025 with a whimper but he has slipped back down the weights as a consequence; won on last year's reappearance and also ran a fine race after a 175-day layoff in 2024 so unlikely to be lacking in fitness; one to consider.
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12th

10

(19)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:00 York

Musical Touch

9st 0lb

J: Warren Fentiman

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

The winner of two of his three starts in 2026, notably a big-field Class 4 over C&D six weeks ago; 4lb higher in a stronger race and his draw may not be advantageous.

12/1

1st

8

(5)

13th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

17:25 York

Musical Touch

9st 13lb

J: Jake Dickson

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Sixth to Kats Bob in this race 12 months ago; made a winning return at Southwell in April but disappointing at Ripon next time and needs to bounce back.

20/1

6/1

  • Place: £1.70

Form: -78639 CD

Last run: 5 days

W: 9st 11lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
Went close off this mark over C&D in November; good run at Kempton on his penultimate start and he will find this more manageable than the hot Kempton handicap he contested on Friday; respected.
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10th

11

(6)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 17y

Class 3

17:00 Chester

Stanley Spencer

9st 1lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Fionn McSharry

Won four times on AW for James Tate; good second at Southwell (6f) when last seen in April; sold for 13,000gns later that month; switching to turf is the obvious concern as he has been unplaceed in three previous runs on grass.

25/1

2nd

1

(4)

2nd Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

17:48 Southwell (AW)

Stanley Spencer

9st 11lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: James Tate

Went close off this mark over C&D in November; good run at Kempton on his penultimate start and he will find this more manageable than the hot Kempton handicap he contested on Friday; respected.

6/1

14/1

  • Place: £4.50

Form: 9-9599 D

Last run: 21 days

W: 9st 1lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Won twice for Michael Bell last April with the second success coming off a 15lb higher mark than today's; struggled for new yard this winter but there were more encouraging signs at Newcastle three weeks ago where he was making up some ground before running into repeated traffic issues; appeals as the type to come good soon but perhaps on turf and in a lower grade.
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8th

13

(20)

15th Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

14:55 Ripon

Dorney Lake

9st 5lb

J: Billy Garritty

T: Liam Bailey

Took a while to exploit his drop in the weights but he won at Doncaster in July and went in again at Southwell nine days ago; 4lb higher in a better race but he has the rail draw to help.

14/1

1st

2

(4)

6th Aug 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 5

19:51 Southwell (AW)

Dorney Lake

9st 8lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: Liam Bailey

Won at Doncaster (5.6f, good to firm) last month and runner-up at Pontefract (6f, good to firm) next time, splitting a well-treated winner and a next-time-out scorer; well beaten at York last time but was scuppered by a high draw; third over C&D in April and could be involved.

11/2

Form: 6-0753

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 79

Form & Verdict
Having tumbled down the weights there were signs of a possible revival when keeping on for third in a 5f handicap at Wolverhampton last week (attracted support); Rossa Ryan retains the ride and today's return to 6f won't be an issue; can't discount.
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6th

7

(6)

25th Apr 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

14:44 Leicester

Mr Lightside

9st 3lb

J: Jason Watson

T: Michael Appleby

Can lead; smart 2yo who began 3yo season on a mark of 102; has shown just humdrum form in three turf handicaps, despite a sliding mark, and was way back behind Justcallmepete at Bath last week; has it to prove now.

10/1

11th

5

(5)

17th Apr 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 160y

Class 4

17:20 Bath

Mr Lightside

9st 8lb

J: Edward Greatrex

T: Michael Appleby

Both wins were on turf in 2024 but he's well treated on old form and has run respectably on Tapeta (5f/6f) in last two starts; can make the running and it wouldn't be a surprise if he made a bold bid back in this sphere.

6/1

4th

5

(8)

2nd Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

17:48 Southwell (AW)

Mr Lightside

9st 8lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Michael Appleby

Having tumbled down the weights there were signs of a possible revival when keeping on for third in a 5f handicap at Wolverhampton last week (attracted support); Rossa Ryan retains the ride and today's return to 6f won't be an issue; can't discount.

7/2

Form: 12-122 CD

Last run: 29 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
He has not looked back after wind surgery last summer (his second such procedure), recording form figures of 212122 on his last six starts; one of the wins was over C&D and he is greatly respected despite sneaking up the weights.
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3rd

1

(6)

1st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 7y

Class 5

20:00 Hamilton

Hundred Caps

9st 9lb

J: Sam James

T: Julie Camacho

Has been consistent since his successful reappearance at Southwell (6f, AW) in January and was only beaten 2l into fourth of eight in a 0-85 at Beverley last month; suited by a stiff 5f and much respected down in class.

4/1

4th

8

(5)

3rd Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 4

19:02 Beverley

Hundred Caps

9st 5lb

J: David Egan

T: Julie Camacho

In good form on AW earlier in the year; unplaced both starts since returning to turf this summer and others have stronger claims.

10/1

7th

6

(8)

9th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 0y

Class 4

19:42 Carlisle

Hundred Caps

9st 11lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Julie Camacho

Suited by 5f on a stiff track (two of his three wins have been at Beverley); fair fifth at Beverley with a visor tried last time (5f, good; pulled hard); regular cheekpieces back on here but soft ground a negative.

12/1

14/1

Form: 2-1556 CD

Last run: 57 days

W: 9st 5lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Just 1lb higher than for his 5f win at Newcastle on New Year's Day; three runs since have not been quite so encouraging though and he may prove vulnerable back up at 6f.
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5th

4

(1)

1st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 7y

Class 5

20:00 Hamilton

Kings Crown

9st 5lb

J: Tom Eaves

T: Michael Dods

Has a better strike-rate on the AW (4-26) than on turf (3-39); 4lb below his last winning mark, but has to put a modest effort at Ayr (5f, good to firm) last month behind him.

14/1

10th

1

(10)

13th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 5

14:30 Ayr

Kings Crown

10st 0lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: Michael Dods

Now 3lb lower than when winning on AW at Newcastle (5f) in January; fair form on turf last twice, latest when 2l fourth at Thirsk (5f, good); has won on fast ground; each-way chance.

6/1

4th

3

(8)

16th Jun 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 5

16:42 Thirsk

Kings Crown

9st 8lb

J: Sean Kirrane

T: Michael Dods

C&D winner who got back on track with third of ten in 5f Pontefract handicap 25 days ago; in the mix again.

7/1

16/1

Form: 70490-

Last run: 163 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 72

Form & Verdict
Failed to win in six starts for the Gosdens, including three 7f handicaps last autumn; sold for 16,000gns in October; new trainer drops him back in trip but Cajetan may be her main hope.
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10th

2

(7)

2nd Sep 2026

Soft

1m 0f 68y

Class 6

19:20 Hamilton

Palmarian

9st 12lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Off the mark at Leicester in July (1m, good to firm) and sound effort when second at Doncaster next time (1m, good to firm); not quite so good last twice; has form on good to soft, but first run on soft ground.

6/1

4th

14

(11)

14th Aug 2026

Good

0m 7f 218y

Class 5

19:50 Thirsk

Palmarian

8st 9lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Overcame trouble to win at Leicester (1m) and nearly followed up at Doncaster; reportedly ran too freely there last time; could be given another chance off what remains a fair mark.

20/1

8th

6

(8)

23rd Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 213y

Class 6

16:48 Doncaster

Palmarian

9st 4lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Off the mark on first run over 1m at Leicester (good to firm) this month, despite not getting the best of runs; backed it up when running on from the rear for neck second over C&D (good to firm) last Saturday; out again before a 2lb rise for that kicks in.

11/4

Form: 437353

Last run: 6 days

W: 8st 12lb

7 yo Colt

OR: 69

Form & Verdict
1m win in January and back to his recent best when a close third at Lingfield last week; runs off the same mark today but he would be more appealing over an extra furlong.
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3rd

4

(6)

28th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 3y

Class 6

17:25 Yarmouth

Way To Dubai

10st 0lb

J: Darragh Keenan

T: Michael Appleby

Better effort when fourth of ten at Thirsk (7f, good to firm) this month and now 2lb below his last winning mark, but he is just 1-42 in Britain.

6/1

4th

10

(12)

1st Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 5

16:40 Thirsk

Way To Dubai

9st 3lb

J: Harry Davies

T: Michael Appleby

Low-key run at Newmarket (6f, good) 12 days ago; return to a longer trip is in his favour but others are more appealing for win purposes.

20/1

11th

12

(10)

19th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 5

20:45 Newmarket (July)

Way To Dubai

9st 5lb

J: Benoit De La Sayette

T: Michael Appleby

Only 1lb higher than for his Lingfield (1m, AW) in January; up and down since that success and could prove vulnerable back sprinting.

20/1

9th
10 (6)
Digital

25/1

Form: 151297 C

Last run: 17 days

W: 8st 9lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 66

Form & Verdict
In good form for much of the winter, winning three 5f handicaps, but his form has cooled on his last two starts; others look stronger in this grade.
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9th

4

(1)

29th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 6

15:10 Carlisle

Digital

9st 6lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Four-time turf winner who won off today's mark at Newcastle (5f, AW) in February; however, he's finished down the field on his last four starts and a major turnaround is necessary.

12/1

11th

3

(13)

3rd May 2026

Good

0m 5f 7y

Class 6

17:00 Hamilton

Digital

9st 9lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

Won three 5f AW handicaps through the winter but his last three efforts were nothing to shout about; capable on turf but needs to turn a corner.

14/1

9th

10

(6)

2nd Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

17:48 Southwell (AW)

Digital

8st 9lb

J: Joanna Mason

T: Ruth Carr

In good form for much of the winter, winning three 5f handicaps, but his form has cooled on his last two starts; others look stronger in this grade.

25/1

OUR TIP
10th
2 (10)
Cajetan

9/1

Form: 90-300 D BF

Last run: 21 days

W: 9st 9lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 80

Form & Verdict
Blew hot and cold for Jack Channon and signs that it may be the same for new connections, shaping well at Wolverhampton in February but turning in lesser efforts twice since; well handicapped if this is one of his good days and the return of cheekpieces (first time for Ruth Carr) looks a plus.
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18th

5

(2)

9th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

16:40 Ascot

Cajetan

9st 6lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Ruth Carr

Far from straightforward and his best form has come on AW; two good runs and three poor runs since joining Ruth Carr, his latest Newcastle fourth (blinkered first time) falling into the former category; not the most solid option but he is better than this level on his day and it is always worth a second look when Billy Loughnane is booked for the stable (four wins and four seconds from 22 rides).

10/1

4th

10

(8)

13th Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

19:00 Newcastle (AW)

Cajetan

8st 5lb

J: James Sullivan

T: Ruth Carr

5lb lower than when third on his stable debut in February; struggled since and connections now reach for blinkers; not solid but he's more than capable on his day.

16/1

10th

2

(10)

2nd Apr 2026

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 4

17:48 Southwell (AW)

Cajetan

9st 9lb

J: Paul Mulrennan

T: Ruth Carr

Blew hot and cold for Jack Channon and signs that it may be the same for new connections, shaping well at Wolverhampton in February but turning in lesser efforts twice since; well handicapped if this is one of his good days and the return of cheekpieces (first time for Ruth Carr) looks a plus.

9/1

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Payout
Exacta £14.30
Straight Forecast £13.83
Tricast £155.10
Trifecta £134.10

Selections

The Guardian:

Hundred Caps

TOPSPEED:

Way To Dubai

RP RATINGS:

Mr Lightside

Telegraph:

Musical Touch

The Times:

Dorney Lake

SPOTLIGHT:

Cajetan

D Express:

Stanley Spencer

Daily Mail:

Hundred Caps

The Sun:

Hundred Caps

Daily Record:

Hundred Caps

The Star:

Mr Lightside

POSTDATA:

Way To Dubai

Daily Mirror:

Way To Dubai