Epsom
Tomorrow, FlatClass 57f
Verdict
Verdict
ICE CUBE confirmed recent promise when getting off the mark over C&D and a 3 lb rise is unlikely to prevent him following up against several much more exposed sorts. Indeed, the other pair of 3-y-os, Eyes Front and Spacewoman, could prove his biggest dangers.
Ice Cube
Eyes Front
Spacewoman
Win or Each Way
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/5 odds for first 3 places
1. A La NocheJ: Pat CosgraveT: Oliver Cole- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 10-2
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 68
- Days Since Last Run:
- 1059
VerdictShowed glimpses of promise for Richard Hannon in 2023 but has been off nearly 3 years since so has loads to prove making handicap debut for a new stable.
2. Red MirageJ: Jason HartT: John & Sean QuinnF: 264-36684- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 8
- Weight:
- 10-1
- Gear:
- blinkers
- Official Rating:
- 67
- Days Since Last Run:
- 22
VerdictHas developed an in-and-out profile this season but bounced back when fourth of 13 at Southwell on all-weather 22 days ago. More needed back on turf.
3. King Of WarJ: John EganT: Michael WighamF: 184-31530- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 7
- Weight:
- 10-1
- Gear:
- cheekpieces and tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 67
- Days Since Last Run:
- 21
VerdictWon at Brighton in June when making all and was third at Chester forcing pace in July, but struggled when unable to lead in better company at Ascot last time. Hopes pinned on whether he can get his way out in front.
4. Freddies StarJ: Ashley LewisT: Roger TealF: 3219-6054- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 10-0
- Gear:
- blinkers
- Official Rating:
- 66
- Days Since Last Run:
- 31
VerdictOnly win came in November. Largely struggled since and didn't settle fully when fourth of 9 in a handicap at Ffos Las over 7f in July. Now tries first-time blinkers after cheekpieces failed to solve the issue.
5. AraratJ: David ProbertT: Rachel Cook & John BridgerF: 47643085- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 6
- Weight:
- 9-13
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 65
- Days Since Last Run:
- 11
VerdictHasn't won since October when trained by Robert Cowell and little to be positive about him judged on last 3 outings.
6. Play MeJ: Donagh MurphyT: Jim BoyleF: 42-344159- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-12
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 64
- Days Since Last Run:
- 9
VerdictCourse winner who also scored at Brighton in June. Not seen to best effect last 2 starts, including when hampered in a higher grade last time and he could bounce back returned to 7f.- 7. Eyes FrontJ: Alistair RawlinsonT: Edward Smyth-OsbourneF: 6-6555541
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-8
- Gear:
- blinkers
- Official Rating:
- 66
- Days Since Last Run:
- 15
VerdictTaken well to this track the last twice, finishing fourth of 8 in July before finally getting off the mark over C&D 15 days ago. Up 3 lb but remains of plenty of interest. - 8. SpacewomanJ: Hector CrouchT: Henry CandyF: 270-85135
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-5
- Gear:
- cheekpieces
- Official Rating:
- 63
- Days Since Last Run:
- 20
VerdictOff the mark over 6f at Newmarket in June and not disgraced next 2 starts, looking in need of a stronger pace last time. May do better stepped back up to 7f with Hector Crouch taking over. - 9. Ice CubeJ: Charles BishopT: Richard SpencerF: 57-356561
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-4
- Gear:
- hood
- Official Rating:
- 62
- Days Since Last Run:
- 29
VerdictShaped well at Newmarket last month and built on that promise to justify favouritism over C&D last time. 3 lb rise for that looks more than fair and he's now back against some older rivals so could well follow up for stable continuing in good form. - Unnamed Favourite
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