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By Alan Magee - NATURALLY NIMBLE is probably the pick of these on the Flat and gained a deserved win last time when taking a 1m2f maiden at Navan. The yard has a good line on juvenile hurdle form this season and it will be interesting to see how strong he is in the market. Slurricane had Lakota Blue over 13 lengths back in fifth when beating all bar the selection’s stablemate Prairie Angel at Down Royal earlier this month while there is very little to choose between You Done Well, Kaptain Bay and Out For A Stroll who all finished close up in the Gowran maiden won by Solar Falcon last month.
By Alan Magee - EASTERN LEGEND was a smart sort on the Flat winning three times last year including a valuable 1m4f handicap at Leopardstown and certainly has the best piece of hurdle form when just over three lengths fifth to Kargese in the Grade 1 Champion 4YO Hurdle here at the Festival meeting. Zillow won twice on the Flat in France at around 1m4f and was bought for 300,000 euro at Arqana last year, while Sermandzarak also represents powerful connections and won twice here in bumpers including the valuable Goffs Defender Bumper at the Festival. Butch Cassidy won a Ballinrobe bumper for Philip Fenton in April while point-to-point winner Shuffle The Deck is another to note.
By Alan Magee - BALLYBURN was the star novice hurdler last season and makes his eagerly awaited chasing debut. The point-to-point winner, who gained both of his bumper victories at this venue, was very impressive in scoring three times at Grade 1 level last term including the Gallagher Novices’ Hurdle by a margin of 13 lengths at the Cheltenham Festival. Dee Capo was also a useful novice over hurdles winning twice, while An Epic Song was narrowly beaten in the Coral Cup at Cheltenham last March but has failed to sparkle in two chase starts this season. Miss Pronunciation progressed well over hurdles and completed a hat-trick at Fairyhouse in February.
By Alan Magee - A disappointing turnout for this Grade 2 with all three runners representing the same connections and riding arrangements suggest STELLAR STORY is preferred. The point-to-point winner developed into a smart staying novice hurdler last season notably landing the Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival. Search For Glory has a similar profile to the selection having also scored between the flags and in a bumper and stayed well over hurdles last term winning a 3m Clonmel Grade 3. He finished strongly to make a winning start over fences at Galway last month while Rainbow Trail also scored over 2m4f at Gowran last month but has since fallen here in a Grade 3.
By John O'Riordan - Runner-up at Ayr when last seen in April, the Stuart Crawford-trained BALLYCOOSE can make a winning reappearance. Lightly raced over fences having had just the four starts, the seven-year-old is open to further improvement this term. Danny Mullins is a positive booking on a gelding who tends to run well off the back of a break. Wexford scorer Watch The Weather will find this easier having struggled in a Grade 3 at Cork last time. A consistent gelding, the eight-year-old is likely to be very competitive for trainer Ray Cody. Magic Tricks needs to step up considerably on recent runs over fences but there is no denying the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding is well handicapped.
By John O'Riordan - Champion Hurdler STATE MAN is hard to oppose in his bid for a third consecutive win in this race. Arguably better than ever last season, the Willie Mullins-trained gelding was unbeaten in all five starts. A horse who tends to run well fresh, he shouldn't be found wanting for fitness here despite having bigger long term targets. Stablemate Lossiemouth is likely to provide the greatest threat. A winner of eight of her nine starts, the mare has long been considered a genuine Champion Hurdle prospect. She gets an early opportunity to test the title holder here. Gordon Elliott's recent Down Royal winner Brighterdaysahead looks the one most likely to trouble the Mullins pair.
By John O'Riordan - The Philip Rothwell-trained BILLY LEE SWAGGER would be hard to beat if fit enough on his first start since April. Fourth in a stronger race over course and distance at the festival, the five-year-old remains potentially well treated off a mark of 104. With his stable in fine form in recent weeks, the gelding can record a second career win. A fast finishing second over the minimum trip here just over a week ago, the Matthew Smith-trained Cozone should again be involved. Stepping up almost half-a-mile is also very much in his favour. The lightly raced Pax has to be of definite interest in what is only his second start in handicap company.
By John O'Riordan - Recent Down Royal winner JACOB'S LADDER should be able to confirm that form with runner-up Jerry From Kerry. Gordon Elliott's five-year-old had plenty in hand on that occasion, being afforded the luxury of easing down close home. Jerry From Kerry should once again provide the main opposition. Well supported when runner-up at Roscommon on debut, the Emmet Mullins-trained gelding easily beat a subsequent winner next time at Ballinrobe. Heads Up has to have every chance without having to carry a winners' penalty in this race. Runner-up at Listowel last time, the four-year-old should be good enough to make his presence felt in a race of this nature.
- Kloth Of Utopia is a half-brother to the classy Theleme and the French raider, who won at Auteuil last month, looks an exciting prospect. Ground conditions won't be as testing on this occasion, though, and he will need to prove himself, so the vote goes to TOUQUET. Paul Nicholls' gelding impressed when winning decisively on his hurdling debut recently and with a step up in trip likely to suit, it would come as no surprise were he to find further progress. Excello was pulled up in the Ultima when last seen but he's of definite interest back over hurdles.
- BATWOMEN proved she was no joker in the pack when making a successful handicap debut at Fontwell last month. A subsequent 5lb rise shouldn't prevent the unexposed mare from mounting another stern challenge and she gets the vote over Perth scorer Scarlet O'Tara. Midnightreflection had been in better form prior to landing this under Charlie Case 12 months ago, but given that she is now 8lb below that mark it would be unwise to rule her out.
- It's been a while since Dashel Drasher's last spin over fences, but he's seldom been out of the first three in this discipline and is respected in receipt of 6lb from PIC D'ORHY, although Paul Nicholls' nine-year-old remains the one to beat. A bloodless winner of this contest 12 months ago, he later added the Ascot Chase to his CV before being pulled up in the Melling at Aintree. Wind surgery might have done him the world of good and he receives a confident vote. Le Patron looks best placed to chase the pair home.
- Art Decco commands respect on the back of registering a hat-trick over fences and may have more to give even though he has risen 19lb in the process. However, these are deeper waters and with that in mind, last season's Midlands National winner, BEAUPORT, could be the way to go. Effective when fresh, this should be an ideal test of stamina for the consistent nine-year-old, whose chance would be enhanced if further rain hit the track. Fortescue and Inis Oirr are a couple of other doughty stayers to consider.
- GOLDEN ACE, who supplemented her Ryanair Mares' Hurdle win at the Cheltenham Festival with a comfortable Listed-race success at the same venue when she was last seen, is hard to oppose with her bid to maintain her unbeaten status over timber. The terms of this event give her a solid chance of coping with her penalties gained as a novice and further progression is very possible. Last year's winner Blueking D'oroux is an obvious threat given his record when fresh. Triumph Hurdle third Salver also adds depth to a solid renewal.
- MARTATOR was value for more than the winning margin when scoring over C&D on his return earlier in the month ad the seven-year-old should be able to uphold form with Kotmask (third). He can land the five-timer at the main expense of Marvel De Cerisy, who has made a terrific start to the season in France with valuable wins over both hurdles and fences. Sans Bruit went well for a long way in the Haldon Gold Cup and must be considered on his return to this level.
- The Ben Clarke stable can do little wrong at present, and this appeals as an ideal opportunity for RI NA CUIRTE to land the double after a determined success over further at Fontwell last time out. Copshill Lad was a major improver on his first start for new connections when scoring at Stratford on his latest outing and is likely to enter calculations. Spring Gale must also be of interest stepping up in trip.
- ROADLESSTRAVELLED defied a penalty at Wetherby to land the odds with the minimum of fuss. The five-year-old is likely to prove competitive at this level and a bold bid is anticipated. The unbeaten Rocheval has won a couple of junior hurdles in good style and looks a useful prospect. He's preferred to stablemate Bold Light on his reappearance, while both Saracen Beau and Country Mile are noted too.
- Dan Skelton trained last year's winner and is represented by the progressive HOME FREE. He landed a double over fences when scoring with any amount in hand at Ayr last month and a 10lb rise may not be enough to anchor him. Galunggung looks another promising recruit to chasing, having won at Perth on his debut over the larger obstacles, while both Netywell and Eden Du Houx are respected.
- BEAT THE BAT found only the useful Dysart Enos too good in novice company at Cheltenham at the end of last year. Harry Fry's inmate may well prove good enough off his current mark now handicapping and is marginally preferred to Kamsinas. The latter landed a Grade 2 novice hurdle at this fixture last year and won at Aintree on his reappearance, while Chepstow winner Josh The Boss and Steel Ally are both capable.
- This looks a good opportunity for the classy IROKO to make a winning start to his season. He wasn't disgraced when finishing fifth in the Turners at the Cheltenham Festival on his return from an absence, before posting an excellent runner-up effort in an Aintree Grade 1 over 3m1f. The talented but quirky Trelawne was last seen falling in the Ultima at Cheltenham but commands respect provided he puts his best foot forward. Tahmuras is respected most of the remainder.
- Doyen Quest impressed when forging clear in a Cheltenham handicap over 3m last weekend and, officially 5lb well-in at the weights under a penalty, he looks obvious shortlist material. That said, if the quick turnaround catches him out, it may be BACKMERSACKME who takes full advantage. The son of Getaway wasn't disgraced when finishing fourth on his handicap debut off this mark over 2m4f at Worcester in September and, fit from a satisfactory spin on the Flat last month, he gets the vote. Catch Him Derry has done nothing but improve and is overlooked at your peril.
- Grey Dawning has to be respected on his return to action following a very successful novice campaign, but he could be vulnerable in this company without a prep run. With that in mind, preference is for HEWICK, who improved on his comeback performance when narrowly denied by Envoi Allen at Down Royal earlier in the month. Last season's King George winner went on to finish third in a top-class renewal of the Punchestown Gold Cup in May and is arguably the one to beat on that form. Royale Pagaille cannot be discounted having taken this contest 12 months ago, while Bravemansgame should not be written off in first-time blinkers.
- MY SILVER LINING arrives here on the back of two poor performances, but there were valid excuses for those defeats and they also mean that she arrives here 1lb lower than when third in the Midlands Grand National in March. That followed a fine second in the Grand National Trial over 3m4f at this venue the previous month and a reproduction of either of those performances would make her hard to beat. Credo was second in this race last season and could go well once again, while Fontaine Collonges and Le Milos are the pick of the remainder.
- Saladins Son sets the standard and has kept decent company, even taking in the EBF Final at Sandown, where he finished a creditable seventh. He was an expensive failure on his final appearance for Chris Gordon, though, so has something to prove on his debut for the Anthony Honeyball team and may be worth taking on with SQUIGGLES. The point-to-point winner got closest to a potentially smart mare at Ludlow and the weight she receives could prove crucial. Haveanothergoflo isn't out of it.
- GROVE ROAD went some way to atoning for a lacklustre Worcester performance when justifying favouritism at Newton Abbot, digging deep to end the runner-up's winning spree. James Owen's eight-year-old is 4lb higher and returning from a break, but his chief rival Emma Hamilton has had even longer off since her Ludlow triumph so he is taken to follow up. R Bernard failed in the hat-trick bid at Ludlow, but better is expected now he has that comeback under his belt.
- All eyes will be on HORACES PEARL, who was one of the best British bumper horses last season. The Fergal O'Brien-trained six-year-old picked up where he left off the previous campaign with a Wincanton win before coming out on top in the Grade 2 at the Grand National meeting. Big things are expected of him now he goes over obstacles. Jackstell has joined Jamie Snowden since landing a Tipperary NH Flat race back in the spring, while formerly classy Flat performer L'astronome should step forward from his Newbury third.
- A promising third on chase debut at Ffos Las last month when only weakening after the last, LILTING VERSE is likely to improve plenty for that effort and stepping up in trip could see her get back to winning ways. A progressive sort over hurdles last season, but not seen since finishing runner-up here in March over shorter, Moonlit Potter is a key player on her chasing bow, as well as Melusine De Pail, who ran with credit on her return at Ludlow last month.
- Dropping back in trip worked the oracle for MAGIC SEVEN last time out as he comfortably saw off his rivals at Exeter for a fourth career success. A 6lb rise looks manageable for the son of Doyen, and he may be able to see off Gold For Alec, who ran a career-best when second on handicap debut at Wincanton last month. Gardener and Pyrotechnic are capable of being in the shake-up as well.
- WHIZZ KID showed plenty of promise when finishing third on his chasing debut at Ayr three weeks ago and he tops the shortlist here off a 2lb lower mark. Hystery Bere failed to fire over hurdles last time but is a player based on his chasing third at Exeter prior to that, while Greenrock Abbey edges out William Cody to be best of the rest.
- LION HILL showed enough when fifth on his racecourse bow over C&D last month to suggest that, with the benefit of the experience, he can be successful in a race of this nature. Fran The Man didn't build on a promising debut when seventh at Aintree last time but it is far too soon to be writing him off, while Risky Spin and Whatyouwaitingfor are newcomers to note.
- ROCK ARMOUR shaped well after conceding first run to the winner when coming from well off the pace to finish second over this track and trip earlier this month. Nudged up 2lb with a stronger pace forecast this time, he gets the nod to go one place better. Recent C&D winner Berry Edge can emerge as the main danger to the selection off a 3lb higher mark, while the largely consistent Prince Achille is noted too.
- 7f specialist Zip impressed when making all over this trip at Doncaster recently and another bold bid is anticipated upped 3lb. That said, his stable companion GOLDEN STRIKE edges preference. He was doing his best work late on when scoring cosily over 6f in a minor event at Ripon when last seen and, with the promise of more to come upped in trip for his handicap debut, he looks the one to side with. Rogue Encore is seeking a hat-trick and also merits respect.
- CRESSIDA WILDES made a pleasing start for this stable when finishing third behind a potentially useful sort over 6f at Southwell earlier this month. With this drop back to the minimum trip promising to suit, she gets the vote to land the spoils on her nursery debut. So Darn Hot did it well when scoring over 6f at Doncaster and the son of Too Darn Hot merits respect. Commander Atkinson completes the shortlist.
- Grey Salvo was unable to build on a promising debut performance having been caught wider than ideal at Southwell last time, but that will not be the case over this straight 6f and she sits high on the shortlist. However, preference is for the Richard Fahey-trained SUNDIATA KEITA. Too green to do himself justice on his racecourse bow at Wolverhampton recently, the Sands Of Mali colt will have learned plenty for that experience and is taken to step forward. Cemlyn is a half-sister to a couple of useful types and she warrants a market check ahead of her first start.
- Amelia's Joy showed more than enough over C&D last month to suggest she will be up to winning races, but the vote goes to THUNDER EARTHLIGHT. Karl Burke often does well with his juveniles and the 65,000-euro purchase, a half-brother to five winners, would not have to be anything out of the ordinary to make a winning debut. Tattie Bogle is also noted.
- A beaten favourite on her racecourse debut last month, QARLYGA is certain to have benefitted from that initial experience and the Golden Horde filly can step forward. Bosphorus Rose has produced a similar level of form on both of her starts, though, and is sure to make her presence felt, while others to note include Boyne Lady and newcomer Far Across.
- A no-show over 7f here aside, BUTTERCROSS FLYER has acquitted herself quite well since joining Scott Dixon and came within half a length of doubling her career win tally at Wolverhampton last week. She is back up 2lb, but this race doesn't look all that competitive so it may not stop her from going one better. Penny Ghent also arrives on the back of a second, although her ability to handle an artificial surface must be taken on trust. Mambha is a contender if judged on her surprise track-and-trip success rather than her subsequent defeat here.
- LADY NUNTHORPE has gradually worked her way into form this year and confirmed the promise of a C&D third when breaking through at Southwell. The placegetters have done little for the form since but the fourth has come out and won, and there is more to come from Geoff Oldroyd's filly. Em Jay Kay regained the winning thread at Wolverhampton last week, but drops back to the minimum trip for the first time in a while. Recent 6f course winner Fletchers Dream and the unexposed Brazilian Rose have never tried 5f before, but both enter the equation. Darlo Pride has to be considered too.
- BARNABY has burst into life since switching to the all-weather and completed a C&D hat-trick with a determined display to pip King's School. He is up another 6lb but is probably worth sticking with until beaten, even though he comes up against some in-form opponents. Novak has won two of his last three, although the defeat came at the hands of Crown's Lady at Southwell and he is worse off at the weights.
- LOVE YOUR WORK landed a double on the turf during the summer and was beaten only a nose at Southwell last time. Darryll Holland's inmate can stamp his authority on this contest and resume winning ways at the chief expense of Drifts Away. The latter missed out on a hat-trick when runner-up at Lingfield but still makes more appeal than Nights Over Egypt, who took full advantage of his chief rival easing up too soon when landing a claimer at Leicester last month.
- POETIC FORCE found only one too good at Brighton on his latest start and the winner has subsequently gone in again. A prolific winner on the all-weather, Tony Carroll's veteran may prove the one to side with back on this surface. Havana Touch has been threatening a return to winning ways and has solid claims returning to this longer distance, while Prince Ali returned a cosy winner here in September and is not easily dismissed.
- Placed on her last three outings, DARK LYRIC returns to this extra furlong with a leading chance. Sean Woods' filly ran well in defeat at Southwell last time and this looks a good opportunity to open her account. Inversion finished third over a mile at Newcastle on her penultimate start and merits consideration on that form, while the more exposed Rawaasi has a bit to find on today's terms as she steps up in distance.
- MASTER ZACK may have finished a neck behind the reopposing Bank On Kent (third) at Chelmsford last time out, but he is 4lb better off now and that represented arguably a career-best effort from the son of Ardad. He can get off the mark on this occasion, with Cuban Lynx looking best placed to chase him home on just his second start for the Mick Appleby team.
- Narrowly denied on his nursery debut at Newcastle last time out, where the winner has gone in again since, CLEVER JACK is likely to have plenty of improvement forthcoming and Billy Loughnane retaining the ride is another plus. A comfortable winner over this distance at Southwell on his penultimate outing, Flaine can give him the most to think about for in-form connections. Aim For The Bull and Tiempo Alegre are entitled to be thereabouts as well.
- A taking winner over C&D on his most recent outing, YORKSHIRE has already had a decent year and a 6lb rise may not be enough to prevent Ed Bethell's charge from going in again. A winner here back in March over 6f and a recent scorer at Southwell, Run Boy Run must enter calculations on the rise in grade, while Alzahir is another to note, having done very well since joining new connections. Brewing has yet to rediscover his best form, but he is five from eight on the all-weather, which bodes well.
- LEVEL UP bounced back to form when second over C&D earlier in the month and the five-year-old is hard to oppose off the same mark here. Catch Cunningham has not been disgraced on either start since winning at this venue in September and is likely to be in the mix once again, while any market support for Commander Straker on his return would have to be noted.
- Two Auld Pals has to be of interest following his narrow second over 2m here 12 days ago, but marginal preference is for PERCY JONES. Mark Loughnane's gelding return to winning ways at this venue a month ago and a 3lb rise for that success may underestimate him. Others who make the shortlist are Sun Dancer Girl, Eagle's Realm and D Day Arvalenreeva.
- In a wide-open event the vote goes to HAVE SECRET, who has run well in some valuable handicaps on turf this year and that includes a second off this mark at Redcar last time. Koy Koy won over C&D a week ago and cannot be discounted off just 2lb higher, although this is more demanding. The unexposed pair Westridge and Glen Buck are others with strong from claims, while Lady Of Arabia is next best.
- Trainer Yegada Centurion continues to shine with the juveniles and IUSTITIA CEN (9) is well bred and gets a narrow vote to score. WASSAIL (8) has been supplemented for this race so deserves the utmost respect. QUEEN OF SCIENCE (6) represents a trainer that knows what is needed to win on debut. Francis-Henri Graffard sends out YUKAI (4) and she will also not be a surprise winner. Watch the betting as all of them are making their debut.
- They are all making their debut so the betting will be the best guide. DALAKIR (1) is a well bred colt that looks likely to shine. AVIDE (12) is a Dubawi colt and would not be a surprise winner. MONZON (10) is out of a GR.3 winner and could be a threat. SHABRACK (11) has already been gelded and is one of a few more that catch the eye on breeding.
- LE CADEAU (1) flopped in Group company last time out but wil be a serious threat to these rivala and can bounce back to score. LE TABOU (6) ran well when third in a Listed race last time out and should challenge for top honours. UN INSTANT (3) is consistent and should be competitive yet again. LESSLEPASSER (5) loves this track and has a winning chance as well.
- JESUBA (1) beat a number of these when scoring at Saint-Cloud last time out. He has a big chance of following up. KAHULA (7) has not done much wrong so far and was an impressive winner at Saint-Brieuc last month. JUSTUNE STAR (5) was not disgraced behind rival in this JESUBA (1) last time out and should fight out the finish again. JOAQUINA DICI (3) is very competitive and can make the frame.
- L'ETONNANTE SWEEN (9) continues to impress and was a good winner over rival in this race LUKALEO (5) at Saint-Cloud last month. That does look the best form on show and both these two runners can fight it out. LADIVA SMART (10) ran well at Nantes earlier this month and can be competitive again. LOUISA BANBOU (6) has not done much wrong so far and could have more to offer.
- A very competitive, QUEEN OF MOUGINS (18) has only won just the one race so far but is consistent and could be ready to score. TULIPA CHOPE (8) did not show her best in a GR.1. last time out but could be a threat returning from a break. MELON TWIST (12) is threatening another victory and is distance suited. GERBERA (7) is better than her last run would suggest and has a winning chance.
- SOME SKYE (7) has taken some time to win a first race. She did, however, win well enough to suggest she can follow up. ALBANY (5) is improving and can go one better on a good last run at Nottingham. DAYDREAM EXPRESS (2) has won three races in Germany this year and has a winning chance. KARRIEWHITCHIT (6) can improve back in France and is clearly not out of it.
- A very competitive handicap and only a few can be written off from winning. AUEN ADVENTURE (1) likes this track and is clearly better than the last run would suggest. Perhaps he can break a long losing streak. NIGHTDANCE MAN (8) struggled over this track and trip last time out but does have a winning chance. CARDINALE (10) has yet to win a race but did run well last time out. SHANGHAI SPIRIT (2) ran well over this course and distance last time out and can do even better this time.
- KALEONA (10) remains in good form and ran well over a similar distance at ParisLongchamp last month. She could be the right one for a competitive lucky last race. FLORA QUEEN (2) is better this distance and the last run is safely ignored. QUEEN ZARA (6) is also better this trip and should be a threat. SOUND OF SIXTIES (9) has yet to win a race but was not disgraced on handicap debut and should have more to offer.
- DASHKA (3) has the best form on offer. She was a pleasing third in a competitive Class 2 chase last time at this track in late October. Her main threat could be PRINCE DE GREZ (1) who ran a good race at Mont-De-Marsan last time when he was third 13 days ago. He looks like he is getting his act together. MILTOWN MALBAY (5) is having her first run over fences and warrants respect.
- KEEP CALM DARIYAN (3) ran an encouraging race at Nantes when he was second earlier this month and can get the job done in this handicap chase. He has the most to fear from STYLE DE WAY (2) who scored over hurdles two runs ago at Toulouse. He has decent form over fences before that win. KERMILLIS (1) looks like a sensible option each way. She ran a nice race at Lignieres when second recently. VERONA DU BERLAIS (7) heads the remainder.
- INSTAR DE REVE (2) has been competing in strong races of late without a win, although he was a good second at Compiegne in a Listed hurdle in May and will appreciate the return to fences. He can score from INSIDE MONTLIOUX (6) who ran well when fifth over hurdles recently in a competitive handicap hurdle. IRISH CHANEL (3) is also worth considering and can be involved at the finish. JOLYMIN (4) heads the remainder.
- LOVEBABY BLUE (1) ran well on her sole run over hurdles at Auteuil last month and will improve a good deal from that experience. She is the tentative selection ahead of VICTORY FIELD (5) who was unplaced over hurdles but a good second before that at Pompadour on the flat in early September. LADY RAFFLES (12) and SIRENE SUCCESS (11) have both shown ability and can fight it out for minor honours.
- FEU DE DIEU (1) was a good second at this track in late October when last racing and has a leading chance of going one better this time. MOLLY DE BURGE (6) put in a pleasing run at Auteuil late last month when she was fourth and can make her rivals work hard for success. ATYPIQUE D'OROUX (7) has a solid each-way chance and will be full of confidence after a win at Pompadour in mid-August. VOLOVO (2) makes up the shortlist.
- HAPPY HARRY (5) could be the answer to this open handicap hurdle. He has been mixing it in strong races of late and will be more at home today. His biggest danger could be MANCHEGO (2) who won last time at this track over fences and is a versatile performer who will not have a problem with the switch back to hurdles. ROI K'ALIN (9) looks like one for the each-way backers to take seriously. IN MEMORIA (11) is also worth a mention.
- Improving last-start winner SANTA LUCIA (4) is an unknown quantity on this surface but it should pay to follow her progress. She is worth taking a chance on adapting to PSF and gets the nod ahead of CUBANISTO (1), a progressive colt who scored on his handicap/PSF debut, and ESKANDANI (8) whose return to this course and distance will serve him well. SOLITE (14), WEDGEWOOD PEARL (12) and CIAO MA (16) appeal most of the remainder.
- Cases can be made for most in this tricky contest but a chance is worth taking on RECONNECT (1) who won on this course as a youngster. She retains sufficient means to fight for victory, especially back on PSF so is preferred to L'ETOILE DE FRANCE (10) and WASSERFARBE (4) who seem best equipped to challenge for race honours. Hard-knocker SEABISCUIT DU RHEU (9) and handicap newcomers GRIGNETTE (11) and CAROLINE BAY (3) complete the shortlist.
- Hard race to assess but in which experienced NIIA (11) and POKROV (7), a newcomer to the claiming category, have legitimate ambitions. Both will likely play leading roles ahead of improving SHOWGA (9) and FSYBARIS JEWEL (4), who shouldn't be underestimated in her first start on French soil. AME DIVINE (5) didn't go unnoticed last time and should make her presence felt if confirming/building on that effort. BOUDAY SERERE (6) is unexposed so appeals most of the remainder.
- Thriving ATLANTICA (10) hit the woodwork in a 1900m Deauville handicap a fortnight ago and, with this being an ideal opportunity to go one better, need only repeat that performance to score here. BON ESPRIT (8) would've benefitted from a much-needed comeback outing and he will enjoy returning to this course and distance which serve his interests. Course-and-distance specialist BONY GLITTERS (2) isn't underestimated on her reappearance, especially over a track and trip she has already tasted success. AINTREEGIRL (6), TREVANION (3), SAMBA (1) and SYMBOLE (12) complete the shortlist.
- SHAMASUN (13) had been running well but disappointed at his latest outing which dims the light on his from but if able to pick up the pieces, he can go very close to winning. KIM DE GAUDEL (6) won a good race last time out and it wouldn't come as a surprise to see him follow it up in a very winnable race. FIRST DREM (10) wasn't disgraced last time out and on the basis of that effort, he could mount a serious challenge. RECOLEROS (8) arrives in solid form and should be right there at the finish.
- LE GITAN (3) just found one too good last time out but is holding steady form and should have every chance to add another win to his tally. CALY ROSAY (10) is seldom far off the action and should produce another useful performance. STANTO (5) continues to drop in the ratings and should start showing some of his better form which could see him earning. PEYTON PLACE (8) is a class dropper and will be competitve.
- FATALISME (2) was a dominant winner of his most recent start and could well win again. He is lightly raced for a 9yo but has the ability and is the one to beat. KHAZAR LISES (6) returns to the flat after a stint over fences and drops in class for this assignment which could see him featuring. GREASE (1) drops in company and gets additional weight off the back which could yield in him running his best race in a while. LEPTI PRINSADI (4) is in a good space at present and will be involved once more.
- MY DARLING (10) has been holding form very nicely and sets the standard. She won her first race two starts back so isn't a good thing but should run a bold race. KEMOON (4) shaped up encouragingly last time out and is open to further improvement. SPIRIT OF DANCE (9) was a winner two starts back so needs to be forgiven for a below par effort and he can get involved. HARLEY DREAM (7) is seldom far off the action and has already notched up two victories this calendar year.
- Undefeated in his last five outings in the monte discipline, JEROBOAM D'ERABLE (9) made short work of the Gr.2 Prix Edmond Henry over course and distance before repeating in the Prix Herve Ceran-Maillard late last month, and even though sporting just front pads, he will still be expected to wrap this up. Generational leader until last spring, JEAN BALTHAZAR (10) gave a reassuringly-good account earlier this month and looks the main threat. Very hard to fault when focused, JADE D'AMOUR (5) will be shod to preference and should not disappoint.
- CLASSIC LEGACY gets the vote following his win at Saratoga last time, although Bank Frenzy and Celestial Moon should not be discounted.
- POPPY'S PRIDE can make amends for his narrow defeat last time by beating Cold As Hell and Super Chief to the victory here.
- Liberty Central and Petrolo both have to be noted but preference is for KOLOMIO, who returned to winning ways at Churchill Downs last time.
- It's hard to enthuse about the chances of any of these so only a tentative vote can go to TWOHONESTMISCHIEF. He showed a bit more on his latest outing and any further progress might suffice. Just Clarity and Run With Honor complete the shortlist.
- VOLATILE SITUATION was no match for a winner who went on to fill the runner-up spot at stakes level next time, but that could be a useful piece of form and he is taken to go one better. Skytown and Sir Kartrite are others to consider.
- Although MYSTIC NIGHT has struggled on his last two starts, this represents a considerable ease in grade and he's fancied to take full advantage. Cumberland Blues and Styner are feared most.
- SUNDAY GIRL makes plenty of appeal on paper and she gets the vote at the expense of Lisa's Vision and My Shea D Lady.
- ANTONIO OF VENICE was in fine fettle earlier in the year and recent homework suggests he is ready to continue his good level of form. Doc Sullivan and Dr. Kraft complete the shortlist.
- JUST WORDS didn't seem to appreciate forceful tactics last time and a more patient ride may see her reap the rewards. Puttin In The Work and Lightning Mama are feared most.
- A weak contest in which preference is for DIRECT APPEAL, who has shown enough in recent starts to suggest he could land a race of this nature. Forbidden Spirit and Hey Mr Postman complete the shortlist.
- CEDAR'S WISH has struggled in recent starts, but a drop in grade can enable the mare to get back on track. Cowgirl Attitude and Mad Swann are feared most.
- Having struck the woodwork over C&D last time out, PRIZE FIGHTER can go one better, possibly at the main expense of Buffalo Shuffle. Heir Port is also noted.
- TOUCHED UP has held his form well and looks the one to be with here. Crown That Saint and Underrated can chase the selection home.
- JUST A RAINBOW has shown stacks of promise and has a decent opportunity to get off the mark at just the third time of asking. Gettothstoryimdone is feared most, although the class-dropping Julee Forever also commands respect.
- MAKAAN broke her maiden in a comprehensive manner last time out and a similar effort could suffice with her bid to follow up. Bull's Legacy looks the chief threat to the selection, while Yes To Love is not one to ignore if supported in the betting.
- PORK CHOP PETE fairly bolted up here earlier this month and, stepping up in trip, he should be tough to stop with a repeat of that effort. Bad Lineage and Mr. Dumbledore look the pick of the remainder.
- MINXZLUCKYSTARFYRE was denied in the shadows of the post when finishing runner-up over an extended mile here recently and, in what looks a winnable affair, he gets the vote to go one place better this time around. Sharp Shot and You Must Chill are also key players.
- A promising runner-up over 6f here last time out, RANCH LIFE looks the one to beat on the rise in distance, and she is preferred to Magnetic Beach and Mom's Cheesecake.
- AWESOME ANNMARIE has been in excellent form of late and a second win in three starts could be in the offing for the seven-year-old. That may be at the main expense of Ghostly Night and Lil Town Sis.
- MO RHODES must hold every chance if building upon a strong runner-up over C&D last time out. He gets the vote ahead of Gotta Have Dreams and Wicked Melody.
- REDEPOSIT may have needed the outing when down the field here in September and his recent trackwork suggests he is ready to strike. Levee Was Dry and Summonyourcourage appear best of the remainder.
- RIPASSARE sets the standard on her second at Kentucky Downs in September and she is expected to prove too strong for the likes of High Shot and My Brazilian Girl.
- BANISHING went close in a valuable contest here earlier this month and a repeat of that effort might see him go one better. Underhill's Tab and Mahaamel are both capable of a decent showing.
- Connections of $1,000,000 newcomer YINZER will be hoping to recoup some of that hefty price tag and he's a tentative selection in a tricky contest. Sea Vista, Mo Quality and Troubleshooting all have the form to figure.
- The lightly-raced TWO SHARP looked good when drawing clear of her rivals at Keeneland last month and she may find enough improvement to follow up. Pigalle and Fancy are viable alternatives.
- AGOO has raised his game significantly since undergoing a gelding procedure in July and a reproduction of his latest second at Keeneland may prove sufficient. Trust Issues and Attache spearhead the dangers.
- The unexposed HERCHEE gets the vote following his placed effort at Keeneland last time, while Evade and My Boy Prince are next best.
- Golden Gamble and Madeline's Promise could both go well but preference is for GIRL MATH, who has been knocking on the door of late.
- SBAGLIATO backed up his victory two starts ago with a neck second at Santa Anita and he can make it two wins out of his last three starts. Erebus and Legitify aren't ruled out either.
- CYPRUS MOON appeals most based on a significantly improved effort last time out. Blissterinthesun and the class-dropping Miss Mandalay are suggested as the two main rivals to the selection here.
- Bob Baffert could hold the key to this with expensive recruits Rodriguez and ROMANESQUE looking attractive types on paper. Both hold stellar pedigrees but the latter might hold sway with Del Mar title-chaser Juan Hernandez booked to ride that option. The Last Straw is another notable debutant to consider.
- A close second in a similar race last time out, CERTITUDE has a good chance of going one better with the drop in trip noted as a potential source of improvement. Crazy Cavalier and Osage Creek are others with good chances at this level.
- This represents a drop in grade for COALINGA ROAD, who can take advantage for a fifth career success. His chief threats look to be J B Strikes Back and Speed Grazy.
- LONESOME STEW has been in excellent form of late and a third win in five starts could be in the offing for the son of Grazen. Bee Catcher and Without Borders are likely to be thereabouts.
- MAYACAMA had Uptown Preacher (third) behind when runner-up over further at Santa Anita last time out and she can go one better on this occasion. Pondicherry cannot be ruled out either.
- DEVIL BE ME won impressively at Santa Anita and looks worth sticking with on the strength of that form. Double Jab and Uncle John may prove the main threats.
- MIXTO won the Grade 1 Pacific Classic here in August and may prove the one to side with at this lower level. The progressive Ultra Power and last year's runner-up Skinner are others to consider.
- TALK OF THE TOWN has been knocking on the door of late, and this looks like a good opportunity to regain the winning thread. All About Tonite and Tiverton need considering as well.
- PASSING JUDGMENT did it well when scoring over this distance last time out at Horseshoe Indianapolis, and he can follow up. Others to note include Court Jester, Great Coolness and Jackson D.
- SECRET FAITH has had a perfect start to her career, and the five-timer looks like a distinct possibility for the daughter of Aurelius Maximus. Mischief Princess and Warrior's Justice can give her the most to think about.
- GIVE HER ANOTHER shaped with promise on her racecourse bow in June and natural improvement, combined with an ease in grade, may well see her go in at the second time of asking. Serving Time must enter calculations, while Brad Cox's debutant Elite Heat should not be underestimated.
- ACKNOWLEDGE faces a considerably easier task than he did on his debut last month and improvement could be on the cards. Rayden And Remi and Water Tester are others to consider.
- The vote goes to AUSTERE, who has been given some time off since securing a midfield finish in the Grade 2 Appalachian Stakes at Keeneland in April. Gavea looks an obvious threat to the selection having contested similar races herself recently, while Distorted D'oro is most appealing of the remainder.
- CLEAR AS A BELE gets the vote after his win at Louisiana Downs last time, although Not On Herb and Bron And Brow should not be discounted.
- Allnight Moonlight and Behemah Star are both worthy of consideration but preference is for HIGHLAND CREEK, who should appreciate this step back up in trip.
- GRAY'S FABLE won on his penultimate start at Delaware and the veteran performer is likely to prove too strong for the opposition. Create Trouble and Evan Harlan are both capable of being in the mix.
- FREE LIKE A GIRL has been a fine mare for connections and gets a confident vote to land the hat-trick. The main dangers are Clearly A Test and Accommodate Eva.
- The hat-trick seeking IN MY MEMORIES has been in fine form at Delaware in recent months and she appears to be the one to beat. First Pearl and Esroh are feared most.
- KINGDOM QUEEN supplemented her Mountaineer victory in late October when completing a double over the same C&D earlier this month. Elliot Sullivan's mare ticks plenty of the right boxes and gets the vote at the expense of Sullivan Street and Lady Zeta.
- BOUJEE BUBBLEZ is heading in the right direction judged on last month's C&D third and she may open her account at the third time of asking. Persian and Ready For Magic should also put their experience to good use.
- OLIVIA DARLING regularly takes on high-class opposition so can be forgiven a couple of heavy defeats. She landed a Grade 2 at Gulfstream earlier in the year and, at her best, will be too good. Bourbon Bon Bay has beaten her before and is a threat now she has a run under her belt. Ms. Bucchero is also capable of getting involved.
- Call Me Andy made a subsequent winner pull out all the stops on the turf track here but he doesn't have quite as much scope for improvement as CATTIVO RAGAZZO, who hasn't been disgraced in decent company since winning his first couple of starts. Intrepid's Legacy is another to consider.
- UNION THUNDER was beaten quite some way but he still managed to finish third on his debut here and, gelded ahead of this drop in class, he can build on that. Imperial Spy's two efforts earn him a spot on the shortlist, with Lightning Boss arguably the pick of the newcomers.
- A comfortable winner over shorter here last time out, NO CENTS can follow up on the rise in distance and he is preferred to Dean Delivers and Witty.
- CATALEYA STRIKE has been in excellent form of late and the hat-trick looks very much on the cards for the three-year-old. Copper Tax and Mosler Time also warrant consideration.
- Now that the penny has dropped for DRILLING FOR GOLD after a taking success here last month, he can follow up for his in-form connections. Portis and Vilaluz are likely to enter the reckoning.
- BOSS ON THE RUN has acquitted herself with credit in deeper events on turf and she should take all the beating on the switch to dirt. Domina and Flat Out Fancy are feared most.
- MIA IS SHORT has been knocking on the door at this level here in recent months and this looks a suitable opportunity to shed her maiden tag. Michael's Dreams and Mystical Code may serve the most resistance to the selection.
- VIENNA PRIZE arrives on the back of a career-best victory on the turf course here and a double could be on the cards if transferring that ability to dirt. Excaping The Blues, Red Mountain and Whiskey With You are others to consider.
- A promising runner-up on debut over 5f here in May, GOLD FRONT can strike on the rise in distance, with Billy Dixon and Jute Box looking best placed to chase him home.
- The step up in trip can eke out further improvement in CINCO STEVE, and he can make it two wins from three starts. That may be at the main expense of Briggsey and United Patriot.
- RINGSIDE did it well when scoring comfortably over 1m here last time out, and he can follow up. Ain't That A Kick and Projection are high on the shortlist too.
- R DOC fairly bolted up over this track and trip recently and he should be tough to stop with a repeat of that effort. Next Revolt and Inca Empire can also go well.
- RUGGLES made a pleasing start when finishing fourth on his debut here recently and, with the promise of more to come, he gets the nod to gain a breakthrough victory. Box A Rocks and Inaclassofmyown look the pick of the remainder.
- This represents a significant ease in grade for MENA and he gets the vote to take full advantage. Time For Truth and Tigers 'n Bears are respected most of the remainder.
- STYLE ME ROYAL bolted up by eight lengths in a weaker event than this last month and he might be able to take this step up in his stride. In Honor Of Artie and Venezuelan Triumph might give him the most to think about.
- BREAK THE ICE returned to winning ways at Gulfstream on his most recent start and he can record a double. Ballindine and Estilo Magico are others to watch out for.
- GILDED AGE was put in his place in stakes company over 2m last time, but this looks a much more suitable assignment. Royal Luck and You Talkin To Me aren't ruled out either.
- FIT TO FIRE has struggled on both of his career starts, but an ease in grade could bring about a change in fortunes. Its Pizza Time and Chubs Rocket are others to consider.
- COACHES MEETING kept on for a creditable third at Laurel last time out and a return to slightly further may see him in an even better light. He's A Angel and Escape Key might not be far away.
- It might pay to side with HEIROZAN, who can go one better than her second at Delaware last month. Play Free Bird and Pesadilla Chanel head the remainder.
- SOURCE was highly tried through the summer and this looks a suitable opportunity for her to get back on the scoresheet. Victoria's Dancer and Graytana are others to consider.
- Course winner ANGELAS PARTY GIRL arrives on the back of an easy victory at Mountaineer and a brace could be on the horizon. Shabam and Anador are other key contenders.
- YATTA will find this easier than recent assignments and a third career victory could be in the offing. Malleymoo and Katies A Lady are viable alternatives.
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