13.30
GoodWilliam Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Handicap
- Prize money: £12885
- 0m 6f 0y
- Class 4
- 20 runners
Runners: 20 runners
Type: Flat Turf
Surface: Turf
Weather: Mostly cloudy
14/1 (Won)
- Win: £11.00
- Place: £2.90
Form: 662-90 D
Last run: 14 days
W: 9st 7lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 78
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
15th 9 (2) |
19th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 7lb |
Best form at 6f on good or quicker ground, adding two more wins this year, but he's stuck on a 5lb higher mark than the latest success at Ripon in August; another upward push is needed. |
25/1 |
|
11th 4 (4) |
28th Aug 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
10st 0lb |
Gained a second success of 2026 at Ripon (6f) this month and backed it up with a good third of 14 in Great St Wilfrid there 13 days ago; well in the mix off the same mark. |
8/1 |
|
3rd 6 (6) |
15th Aug 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
8st 7lb |
In good form this year, winning a big-field handicap at York (6f, good) in May and adding a C&D handicap 12 days ago (good ground; Dark Cloud Rising second); up 5lb in a stronger race and it could find him out. |
7/1 |
12/1
- Place: £2.40
Form: 73-017 CD
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 8lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4th 9 (10) |
26th Sep 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 0lb |
Gained a deserved second success of 2026 (after four second placings) over C&D in September; not ideally drawn when 11th of 16 in 7f Newbury handicap last week so not out of things here. |
14/1 |
|
11th 16 (17) |
19th Sep 2026 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 3 |
9st 4lb |
Dug deep to justify strong market support in 6f Ripon handicap (soft; has also won on good to firm) 18 days ago; below par on his previous attempt over 7f but the way he stuck on at Ripon suggests this sort of trip could be within range. |
10/1 |
|
1st 1 (10) |
1st Sep 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
10st 1lb |
Thirsk winner (6f, good; from 6lb lower) in April; various near misses since, including at Newmarket and York, and as recently as last week at Thirsk (beaten a head); high draw is helpful, the prospect of rain-softened ground less so; still rates a player. |
15/8 |
10/1
- Place: £4.70
Form: -85261 D
Last run: 2 days
W: 9st 9lb
6 yo Colt
OR: 75
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8th 5 (4) |
26th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 5lb |
Three more wins this year (including C&D on soft) and last Saturday's sixth of 23 in the Silver Cup at Ayr was another creditable effort (second of 12 in his group); the fact he's finished in the first three (including four wins) on eight of his ten visits to Haydock makes him a must for the shortlist. |
5/1 |
|
6th 12 (23) |
19th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 2 |
9st 7lb |
Respectable but unavailing effort in the Bronze Cup two years ago; in marvellous form this year, adding three wins at 5f (soft and good to soft), but he couldn't pull off another one at Haydock recently off a career-high mark; has more to do back at 6f. |
12/1 |
|
2nd 6 (5) |
5th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 3lb |
Has 48 runs under his belt but amazingly is better than ever and was winning his third race of the year at Beverley (5f, soft) last week; on a career-high mark now but this course specialist made it 2-3 over C&D in May and further rain will make no difference; no ifs or buts and can put up a good show. |
7/2 |
13/2
- Place: £1.90
Form: 790-32 D BF
Last run: 6 days
W: 9st 8lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 14 (3) |
19th Sep 2026 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 3 |
9st 6lb |
Prominent racer who prevailed in a big field at York (7f, good to firm) in July and followed up at Musselburgh (7f, good) last month; came up short on the hat-trick bid at Ascot a fortnight ago, though. |
14/1 |
|
5th 4 (6) |
4th Sep 2026 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 3 |
9st 9lb |
Prominent racer who prevailed in a big field at York (7f, good to firm) in July and followed up at Musselburgh (7f, good) last month; today's race will take more winning but this 5yo is clearly thriving; respected. |
13/2 |
|
1st 1 (9) |
7th Aug 2026 Good 0m 7f 15y Class 4 |
9st 12lb |
Ran well in defeat on first four starts this season then held on gamely to win 18-runner York handicap (7f, good to firm) a fortnight ago; effectively 4lb higher here if Jack Nicholls' reduced claim is considered but ought to be right in the thick of things again. |
5/1 |
7/1
Form: 3-3432
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 9lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 80
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2nd 12 (7) |
16th Oct 2026 Heavy 0m 5f 0y Class 3 |
8st 12lb |
Won on heavy ground last September and bagged a big-field handicap at Thirsk (5f, good) this May when 3lb higher than today; however, his subsequent form has been patchy and others have more compelling claims. |
16/1 |
|
7th 5 (9) |
3rd Oct 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 4 |
9st 3lb |
Won in a big field at Thirsk (5f, good) in May but unplaced since and he was last in his group in the Ayr Bronze Cup; others preferred. |
16/1 |
|
5th 3 (2) |
25th Jul 2026 Good 0m 5f 15y Class 4 |
9st 11lb |
Beat a big field at Thirsk in May and ran pretty well here next time from stall 9 in a Class 3; backed that up with another competitive show and he got himself too far back at York last time; considered. |
11/2 |
25/1
Form: 02-866 D
Last run: 37 days
W: 9st 8lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12 (12) |
5th Oct 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
9st 1lb |
Series of good runs this summer but his losing run is up to 16 and he has a wide stall to negotiate; more minor money perhaps his best hope. |
7/1 |
|
4th 2 (3) |
16th Sep 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 4 |
9st 12lb |
Without a victory since 2024 but he comes here in very good nick, runner-up in 6f handicaps at York and Ripon last two outings; yard has excellent record in this so he's a player. |
100/30 |
|
2nd 1 (1) |
1st Sep 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
10st 0lb |
Winless since 2024 but he's holding his form well this summer, posting a good second of 21 in 6f York handicap in July; very much one to consider despite 2lb weights rise. |
11/4 |
20/1
Form: 9-0565 D
Last run: 19 days
W: 9st 5lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 76
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3 (3) |
19th Oct 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 11lb |
Most wins come on turf and he has looked on the downgrade this season, but this is a bit easier again down another 2lb; not far away over C&D last time and holds claims. |
6/1 |
|
6th 9 (9) |
3rd Oct 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Hard to win with these days but holds claims on his C&D second to a well-handicapped winner a little over a month ago; worth a look back in cheekpieces from a visor. |
7/1 |
|
9th 14 (16) |
13th Sep 2026 Good 0m 6f 2y Class 4 |
9st 3lb |
0-9 this year but has run well on two of his last three starts, posting a very close third at Nottingham (6f, good to firm) and finishing second at Southwell (6f, AW) most recently; her last win came on good to soft; chance. |
8/1 |
12/1
Form: 830-02 D
Last run: 21 days
W: 9st 8lb
6 yo Colt
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 7 (4) |
17th Oct 2026 Good 0m 5f 212y Class 4 |
9st 1lb |
Similar weights chance to Woodstock on their Ripon form (6f, good) in August when first home on his side; gained a deserved first win of 2026 at Pontefract 12 days ago and he has a 2-2 record over this C&D (also won over 7f here) so looks primed for a good run; yard runs two. |
9/2 |
|
1st 7 (10) |
5th Oct 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 5 |
9st 7lb |
C&D winner; yet to strike this year but there have been several good runs along the way; on a dangerous mark and he holds each-way claims again. |
9/1 |
|
6th 15 (3) |
24th Sep 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
9st 0lb |
A four-time scorer (including C&D on good) in 2025; 0-12 this year but arrives on the back of a couple of respectable efforts over 6f at Ripon and is on a fair mark, particularly if the 5lb claim of Jake Dickson (who partners him for the first time) is taken into account. |
8/1 |
20/1
Form: 79-655 D
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 6lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 77
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6th 10 (10) |
17th Oct 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
8st 6lb |
Two 6f wins in 2026, taking advantage of a big weights drop on the AW in August and then by a wide margin at Chester (heavy) last month; found out off 9lb higher at Haydock since, though, and his 5f record doesn't make inspired reading. |
25/1 |
|
10th 10 (10) |
26th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
9st 7lb |
Two 6f wins in 2026, taking advantage of a big weights drop on the AW in August and then by a wide margin at Chester (heavy) last week; back up 9lb and in grade but has to be respected in his current form. |
6/1 |
|
1st 11 (1) |
19th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 17y Class 4 |
9st 2lb |
Resumed winning ways at Southwell (6f) in August but saw his run of good form end when beating just two at Doncaster (6f) six days ago; this C&D scorer needs to bounce back. |
11/2 |
12/1
Form: 413622 D
Last run: 21 days
W: 9st 9lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 80
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10 (1) |
5th Oct 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
9st 3lb |
Needs things to fall right but capable when they do, as when scoring at Southwell (6f) last month; his latest Redcar run is easy to forgive and Jason Hart has a good record for the in-form Michael Herrington stable. |
14/1 |
|
13th 1 (14) |
15th Sep 2026 Good 0m 5f 217y Class 4 |
10st 2lb |
Doubled his tally for the season in 12-runner handicap at Southwell (6f) 12 days ago; up 4lb but scored comfortably there, so this reliable sort is a likely player once more. |
10/1 |
|
1st 5 (5) |
3rd Sep 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 4 |
9st 7lb |
Still 3lb higher than for Wolverhampton (6f) win in January but has largely remained in good form since; ought to be right in thick of things. |
10/1 |
10/1
Form: 6331-8 D
Last run: 15 days
W: 9st 9lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 80
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 10 (12) |
19th Sep 2026 Good 0m 7f 0y Class 4 |
9st 10lb |
Patchy form in six starts for this yard, but his penultimate effort when third of 11 at Kempton (7f, AW) would put him in the picture off this 2lb lower mark; not easy to predict. |
20/1 |
|
7th 12 (13) |
4th Sep 2026 Standard To Slow 0m 7f 0y Class 4 |
9st 1lb |
Won twice over 6f at Lingfield when trained by Harry Charlton; solid efforts in two of his last three runs, third of 11 over C&D (Philanthropist second) last month; others appeal more for win purposes. |
8/1 |
40/1
Form: 405-00 D
Last run: 41 days
W: 9st 4lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 75
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12th 6 (12) |
26th Jun 2026 Standard To Slow 0m 5f 0y Class 5 |
9st 7lb |
Tumbling down the weights and one to be interested in when the stable emerges from the doldrums. |
25/1 |
|
6th 3 (1) |
17th Jun 2026 Good To Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 5 |
10st 0lb |
Well handicapped on his Sandown win (5f, good) last July but has mixed record since and he's been well held in three runs this year; now drops back in grade but he needs to get back on track. |
20/1 |
|
3 (7) |
3rd Jun 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 5 |
9st 7lb |
Has won just once since April 2024, at Sandown (5f, good; from 6lb higher) last July; joined this trainer soon after for 15,000gns, and runner-up on stable debut; nowhere near his best in three starts this year, including when twelfth of 20 at York (6f; 50-1) latest. |
25/1 |
10/1
Form: 407-03
Last run: 8 days
W: 9st 4lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 75
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7th 4 (1) |
2nd Sep 2026 Standard 0m 7f 14y Class 5 |
9st 10lb |
Often front-runs; without a success since landing a Group 3 as a 2yo; however, he has posted some good placed efforts and ran well when sixth of 18 at York (7f, good to firm) in July; has been dropped another pound and has to be considered. |
5/1 |
|
6th 14 (2) |
24th Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 4 |
9st 1lb |
He's on a long losing run and can be inconsistent, but this front-runner was third of 22 over C&D (good) in May and wasn't beaten far when seventh of 20 over C&D (good) last time; each-way possibilities from low draw. |
16/1 |
|
7th 17 (13) |
12th Jun 2026 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 4 |
9st 2lb |
Smart earlier in career; yet to win for this yard but gave it a good shot from the front when third over C&D (good) at the Dante meeting and bounced back from a lesser effort over 6f here when third (Inspired fourth) of 14 at Wetherby (good to firm; made running again) last week; each-way claims again. |
16/1 |
14/1
Form: 45-294 CD
Last run: 21 days
W: 9st 8lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 2 (13) |
3rd Oct 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 11lb |
Boasts a solid record over C&D, latterly when fourth to New Image from a similar draw last weekend; yard been among the winners and he's at least entitled to close the gap on 6lb better terms. |
6/1 |
|
4th 2 (11) |
26th Sep 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Boasts a good record over C&D; has never run on the AW off a mark this high (ran exclusively on turf since last spring) but unlucky not to have picked up a handicap this season and this is a touch easier back on Tapeta. |
12/1 |
|
6th 20 (5) |
28th Aug 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 3 |
9st 0lb |
A five-time scorer in 2025, including over C&D; runner-up in 6f handicaps at York and Redcar this summer and not ideally drawn with 14th in 6f Ripon handicap last time; not ruled out. |
25/1 |
12/1
Form: 17-642
Last run: 85 days
W: 9st 5lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 76
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 4 (1) |
25th Sep 2026 Standard 0m 7f 14y Class 5 |
10st 0lb |
Having dropped down the weights he returned to form with a bang back at 7f when readily landing a C&D handicap 23 days ago (front two clear of Havana Prince); up 6lb but remains of interest. |
9/2 |
|
1st 6 (8) |
2nd Sep 2026 Standard 0m 7f 14y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Did best of those in the stands' side group at York (6f, good to firm) in July and then kept on for third of nine at Southwell (6f, AW) 27 days ago despite not getting the best of passages; now down to a career-low mark and this dual C&D winner should appreciate stepping back up in trip. |
7/2 |
|
3rd 1 (7) |
6th Aug 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 9lb |
He's struggled to get competitive on turf on his four starts since May, albeit he fared best in the near-side group at York a fortnight ago; Tapeta seems to be his preferred surface and he's 5lb lower than when going close at Wolverhampton (7f) in February; no surprise to see a big run. |
8/1 |
33/1
Form: 804040 D
Last run: 15 days
W: 9st 5lb
9 yo Gelding
OR: 76
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12th 15 (2) |
26th Sep 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 4 |
8st 9lb |
On a losing sequence but seemed rejuvenated by the refitting of a hood when a good third of ten in 7f Beverley handicap last month, nearest finish having had to wait for a run over 1f out; course winner who is effective over this shorter trip and a likely player off a reduced mark. |
7/1 |
|
3rd 11 (8) |
12th Aug 2026 Good To Firm 0m 7f 75y Class 4 |
9st 0lb |
Hurtling down the weights but for good reason as this multiple winner is looking very regressive. |
33/1 |
|
15th 17 (1) |
24th Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 7f 0y Class 4 |
8st 10lb |
Fully 15lb lower than when winning at Lingfield (6f, AW) last December but this 9yo has regressed in recent months; has to turn things around. |
40/1 |
33/1
Form: 31-978 CD
Last run: 7 days
W: 9st 4lb
6 yo Colt
OR: 75
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6th 5 (17) |
13th Oct 2026 Good To Soft 0m 6f 0y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Multiple 5f-6f winner who acts on slow ground; 0-9 in 2026 but his better efforts in that period would give him each-way claims, if the forecast slower ground proves to be advantageous. |
10/1 |
|
4th 7 (12) |
1st Oct 2026 Good 0m 6f 18y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Two 6f wins earlier in career but he does most of his racing over 5f these days; some promise over that trip at Hamilton in August but he hasn't looked like coining in on a favourable mark since; remains with queries. |
12/1 |
|
6th 10 (4) |
13th Sep 2026 Good 0m 5f 3y Class 4 |
9st 0lb |
He's on a dangerous mark and will be right at home if slow ground prevails; things may click again at some point but slow starts are an issue and his form has been patchy this season. |
11/1 |
10/1
Form: 1570-1 D
Last run: 6 days
W: 9st 11lb
4 yo Filly
OR: 77
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2nd 7 (5) |
1st Oct 2026 Standard 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
9st 1lb |
Not at her best at Hamilton 11 days ago and due to be 2lb lower from the weekend; down the field in the corresponding race last year and others have more persuasive claims. |
10/1 |
|
7th 3 (8) |
20th Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 6y Class 4 |
9st 9lb |
C&D win off 3lb higher on her seasonal return in May; in the frame on last three appearances, including when sent off favourite for a Class 5 fillies' handicap here 18 days ago; each-way shout. |
7/2 |
|
4th 2 (1) |
2nd Sep 2026 Soft 0m 6f 6y Class 5 |
10st 0lb |
Sprang a 66-1 surprise over C&D on her return to action in May; went quiet afterwards but she was back in the groove with a good fourth at Glorious Goodwood and backed it up with a third at Pontefract four weeks ago (both 6f on good to firm); drops in class and should go well. |
4/1 |
10/1
Form: 3-7762 D
Last run: 12 days
W: 9st 9lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 80
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6 (3) |
19th Oct 2026 Good 0m 5f 10y Class 5 |
9st 4lb |
Placed three times over 6f this summer and well handicapped on those efforts but his form has dipped lately and he remains without a win since 2024; needs to up his game on this first attempt at 5f. |
14/1 |
|
12th 3 (1) |
26th Sep 2026 Standard 0m 6f 16y Class 5 |
9st 8lb |
Winless since his 2yo debut and has proved patchy this year, having run only twice last season; below par on his two starts on the AW and others hold stronger claims. |
16/1 |
25/1
Form: 00059- CD
Last run: 231 days
W: 9st 8lb
12 yo Gelding
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
17th 11 (13) |
6th Jul 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
9st 8lb |
Smart in his prime and a multiple winner over the years but became disappointing after last season's winning reappearance and was last of 20 when back in action at York in May; needs to turn things around. |
33/1 |
|
20th 11 (2) |
23rd May 2026 Good 0m 6f 0y Class 4 |
9st 8lb |
Tremendous stable servant over the years with 17 wins; understandably not the force of old but won on 2025 reappearance (off 6lb higher) and has a strong York record (6-18). |
25/1 |
Non-runners
El Bufalo, Fortamour
+o+e Accumulators
| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £100.60 |
| Straight Forecast | £72.08 |
| Tricast | £912.09 |
| Trifecta | £2060.00 |
Selections
The Star:
Dakota Gold