A PINT OF BEAR almost snapped a lengthy losing sequence here last week and eased 2 lb since, his claims from a handicapping perspective seem fairly obvious. Starsong is a reliable operator at this level and is feared most, ahead Poetic Force.
A Pint Of Bear
Starsong
Poetic Force
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/4 odds for first 3 places
7. Starsong
J: Mason PaetelT: Michael Appleby
F: 23314412
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
9-6
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Consistent operator in her grade. respectable second of 12 in handicap at this course (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. No match for a well-punted rival on that occasion but another bold bid seems assured.
10. A Pint Of Bear
J: Joey HaynesT: Scott Dixon
F: 7737-5802
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
8-13
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
50
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Course winner. Twenty runs since last win in 2024. Attracted support and best effort this season when second of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 9 days ago. Big player eased 2 lb.
9. Oh So Audacious
J: Kaiya FraserT: Harry Eustace
F: 222-86314
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
9-3
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
54
Days Since Last Run:
53
Verdict
Enhanced good course record with another victory in August. 13/2, bit below form fourth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (7f, good) 53 days ago.
5. Poetic Force
J: Jack DoughtyT: Tony Carroll
F: 41441223
Price History:
-
Age:
11
Weight:
9-7
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
58
Days Since Last Run:
31
Verdict
Four-time course winner, including twice this summer. Creditable third of 13 in handicap at this course (8f, soft, 9/1) 31 days ago and he's likely to give his running.
3. King Of War
J: John EganT: Michael Wigham
F: 685-00314
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
9-7
Gear:
cheekpieces and tongue strap
Official Rating:
58
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
C&D winner last month and respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 9 days ago despite racing freely.
14. Chloes Courage
J: Sean Dylan BowenT: John Ryan
F: 56-5363
Price History:
13.00
Age:
3
Weight:
8-7
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
46
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Cheekpieces on for first time, good third of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm, 14/1) 10 days ago. Slight step up in trip can only help her cause.
6. Bear To Dream
J: Tommie JakesT: Michael Attwater
F: 15214225
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
9-6
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
24
Verdict
Four-time course winner. Latest win at Chepstow in July. 8/1, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good) 24 days ago.
11. Desert Beauty
J: Sean LeveyT: Dylan Cunha
F: 25162924
Price History:
21.00
Age:
3
Weight:
8-13
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
52
Days Since Last Run:
17
Verdict
Winner at Leicester in July. Respectable 3½ lengths fourth of 9 to King of War in handicap at this C&D (good, 13/2) 17 days ago.
13. Bated Breeze
J: Finley MarshT: Gary & Josh Moore
F: 9699-2859
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
8-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
48
Days Since Last Run:
28
Verdict
Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Ninth of 12 in handicap (5/1) at Chelmsford City (6f) 28 days ago.
1. Havana Mojito
J: Darragh KeenanT: John Gallagher
F: 21182678
Price History:
12.00
Age:
4
Weight:
9-9
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
16
Verdict
C&D winner. Latest win here in May. 9/2, eighth of 10 in handicap at Bath (8f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. and return to this venue/grade should help his cause.
2. Otago
J: Charlie BennettT: Jim Boyle
F: 1-5575786
Price History:
13.00
Age:
8
Weight:
9-8
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
59
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Five-time C&D winner. 17/2, below form sixth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 9 days ago. Needs to show more spark before he's of interest.
12. Birkie Boy
J: Laura CoughlanT: Miss Celine De La Haye, Jersey
F: 73313174
Price History:
17.00
Age:
4
Weight:
8-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
48
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
C&D winner. Winner at Les Landes in August. Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (8f, good to soft, 66/1) 9 days ago.
4. Callout
J: Neil CallanT: Jack Morland
F: 21058726
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
9-7
Gear:
cheekpieces and tongue strap
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
33
Verdict
C&D winner. Sixth of 8 in handicap (18/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 33 days ago. Tongue strap/cheekpieces the equipment of choice this time and he's back on his last winning mark.
8. Amathus
J: Charles BishopT: Patrick Chamings
F: 62601616
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
9-5
Gear:
visor
Official Rating:
56
Days Since Last Run:
24
Verdict
Took advantage of a pace collapse when winning over C&D last month. Things didn't pan out as well for him when sixth of 10 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good) 24 days ago.