Lingfield
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Verdict
Verdict
The vote goes to HEDGE FUND, who shaped well in a first-time hood (retained here) when a close third at Haydock back from a four-month break and, on that evidence, his turn is almost certainly near. Stall eight isn't ideal for Sturlasson, but he remains well treated judged on past exploits following a 7 lb rise and another bold showing may well be on the way. South Parade is also shortlisted, along with Grace Angel.
Hedge Fund
Sturlasson
South Parade
Win or Each Way
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/5 odds for first 3 places
- 5. SturlassonJ: Stevie DonohoeT: John RyanF: 000-07591
- Price History:
- 2.80
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 78
- Days Since Last Run:
- 15
VerdictFirst run since leaving Kieran Patrick Cotter when 6/1, won 12-runner handicap at Southwell (5f) 15 days ago, cosily. That was his sole previous run on the AW and he will have every chance if proving equally effective on this surface. - 4. Hedge FundJ: Finley MarshT: Michael ApplebyF: 667244-93
- Price History:
- 4.50
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- hood
- Official Rating:
- 78
- Days Since Last Run:
- 39
VerdictFourteen runs since last win in 2023. Hooded for 1st time, good third of 14 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm, 6/1) 39 days ago. Has performed with credit all 3 previous runs on the AW and he needs considering. 
2. Gold Star HeroJ: Hector CrouchT: Michael BellF: 85465515- Price History:
- 5.00
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-8
- Gear:
- cheekpieces
- Official Rating:
- 80
- Days Since Last Run:
- 17
VerdictLatest win at Yarmouth in September. 14/1, bit below form fifth of 13 in handicap at Ripon (5f, good) 17 days ago. Will need to find improvement from somewhere in order to emerge on top here.
8. ForagerJ: Jack MitchellT: Simon PearceF: 24-811604- Price History:
- 6.00
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-5
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 77
- Days Since Last Run:
- 31
VerdictTwo wins from 6 runs this year, the latest at York in June. Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 18/1) 31 days ago, but he looks vulnerable all the same.
6. Grace AngelJ: Donagh MurphyT: Darryll HollandF: 35655223- Price History:
- 11.00
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- blinkers and tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 78
- Days Since Last Run:
- 15
VerdictThirteen runs since last win in 2024. Respectable 1½ lengths third of 12 to Sturlasson in handicap at Southwell (5f, 13/8) 15 days ago. Place possibilities.- 3. South ParadeJ: Harry RussellT: Richard FaheyF: 37593130
- Price History:
- 13.00
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 78
- Days Since Last Run:
- 27
VerdictLatest win at Thirsk in August. Last of 10 in handicap (4/1) at Beverley (5f, soft) 27 days ago. Remains 5 lb above Thirsk winning mark, but she's capable of a bold show. 
9. BinadhamJ: Ray DawsonT: Kevin Philippart de FoyF: 3003-0866- Price History:
- 19.00
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-4
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 76
- Days Since Last Run:
- 28
VerdictBeaten two lengths sixth when in the 7-runner handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good, 11/1) won by Gold Star Hero 28 days ago. Something to find on form.
10. AbateJ: Pat CosgraveT: George BakerF: 24724107- Price History:
- 34.00
- Age:
- 9
- Weight:
- 9-4
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 76
- Days Since Last Run:
- 42
VerdictLatest win here in July. Tongue strap on for 1st time, seventh of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, heavy, 33/1) 42 days ago. Others are more persuasive on balance.- Unnamed Favourite
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Non-Runners
7. FideliusJ: Marco GhianiT: Robert CowellF: 02-174649- Price History:
- 15.00
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- cheekpieces and tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 78
- Days Since Last Run:
- 31
VerdictTongue strap on for 1st time cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 10 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (AW) 31 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
1. Lightning BearJ: Paddy BradleyT: Jim BoyleF: 313-888- Price History:
- 29.00
- Age:
- 3
- Weight:
- 9-8
- Gear:
- hood
- Official Rating:
- 80
- Days Since Last Run:
- 57
VerdictHooded for 1st time, last of 8 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good, 28/1) 57 days ago. Makes polytrack debut and he needs to get back on track.