The step up to 6f could see KEEP THE GOLD get off the mark. Ellie's De Vega and White Ladder also look interesting in a highly competitive sprint.
Keep The Gold
Ellies De Vega
White Ladder
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/4 odds for first 3 places
6. Maynora
J: Clifford LeeT: Craig Lidster
F: 55251445
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
9-4
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
11
Verdict
Held his form well since opening his account at Pontefract (6f) in April. Handicapper may just have his measure. Cheekpieces back on.
5. White Ladder
J: Sean Dylan BowenT: John Ryan
F: 794272-33
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
9-7
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
26
Verdict
Went close in a nursery final start for Archie Watson. Ran even better to finish third in handicaps at Salisbury/Yarmouth this season. Looks interesting for Newmarket yard that hasn't sent many runners here in recent seasons.
10. Ellies De Vega
J: Ryan SextonT: Noel Wilson
F: 045-33433
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-13
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
52
Days Since Last Run:
16
Verdict
Consistent and versatile maiden. Didn't settle fully when third in higher grade here (7f) last time. Return to sprinting should suit, and he's entitled to make a bold bid on first start against his elders.
3. Keep The Gold
J: Connor BeasleyT: Michael Dods
F: 79/732-254
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-10
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
16
Verdict
Low-mileage 4-y-o. Runner-up twice in handicaps (including here) and wasn't beaten far when fourth in 5f course handicap latest. Bred to be suited by step up in trip and holds leading claims in a wide-open sprint.
4. April Diamond
J: Andrew MullenT: Iain Jardine
F: 7652
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
9-9
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
56
Days Since Last Run:
21
Verdict
Very lightly-raced 5-y-o from in-form yard. Improved effort when runner-up on handicap bow at Carlisle (6f, good) latest. Hard to be confident given slow-starting ways, though.
7. Royal Duke
J: Aiden BrookesT: R. Mike Smith
F: 0680-7637
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
9-3
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
50
Days Since Last Run:
16
Verdict
Went close to landing a C&D double last summer. Likely in better heart than this season's form figures would suggest, but the forecast rain probably isn't in his favour.
12. Baby Rover
J: Joanna MasonT: Katie Scott
F: 420-96592
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
8-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
45
Days Since Last Run:
21
Verdict
Hit-and-miss performer who finished runner-up in this race 12 months ago. Only beaten by a fair sort at Carlisle on her latest start and merits consideration off 1 lb lower mark.
9. Saxon Grace
J: C. HorganT: Daragh Bourke
F: 930-67464
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-13
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
52
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Close fourth behind subsequent winner at Carlisle in May. Back to form when filling the same position at Catterick 2 weeks ago. This looks to be her trip, and she looks to have a solid chance at the weights.
11. Newyorkstateofmind
J: James SullivanT: Ruth Carr
F: 570-02684
Price History:
-
Age:
9
Weight:
8-12
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
45
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Extended long losing run when fourth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f). Handicapper has given him another chance.
2. Joshuas Dream
J: Paul MulrennanT: Jim Goldie
F: 5523/08-
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
59
Days Since Last Run:
247
Verdict
Only beaten head by now-useful sort in Hamilton maiden in 2024. Well beaten both handicap starts following significant absence. Market can guide down in grade with Paul Mulrennan returning following further 8 months off.
13. Saxon Gem
J: Lauren YoungT: Jim Goldie
F: 76-564
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-8
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
47
Days Since Last Run:
31
Verdict
Well beaten on first try over a longer trip at Musselburgh (1m) last time. Didn't look a natural sprinter prior to that.
1. Henery Hawk
J: Kaiya FraserT: Linda Perratt
F: 63236130
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
9-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
59
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Solid enough third over 5f here penultimate start. Well held in a better race than he need contest on all-weather at Newcastle latest. Still seeking first success on turf (0-21).
8. So Grateful
J: Billy GarrittyT: Michael & David Easterby
F: 919097-90
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
9-1
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
48
Days Since Last Run:
15
Verdict
Lost his form following wins at Newcastle/Thirsk last year. No sign of a revival at long odds either start this season.