KIPP KELLY produced his best effort of the year when second at Wolverhampton on Monday and a repeat of that may well see him finally get off the mark from bis basement rating. Marcus returns from a break and is a threat, along with Steet Life.
Kipp Kelly
Marcus
Street Life
5f Hcap
Each Way terms: 1/5 odds for first 3 places
1. Masterclass
J: Cam HardieT: Paul Midgley
F: 635080-75
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
9-9
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
54
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Nineteen runs since last win in 2023. Fifth of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm, 15/2) 19 days ago. Should strip fitter for that.
2. Stroxx
J: Billy GarrittyT: Liam Bailey
F: 13539214
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
9-7
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
52
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Three wins from 64 Flat runs. Latest win at Catterick in April. 10/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 10 days ago.
3. Street Life
J: Jack NichollsT: Patrick Morris
F: 542-09023
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
9-5
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
50
Days Since Last Run:
3
Verdict
Three-time C&D winner. Three wins from 22 runs last year. Creditable third of 9 in handicap (17/2) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 3 days ago.
4. Lynwood Lad
J: Tom QueallyT: Gary & Josh Moore
F: 0957-3168
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
9-4
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
49
Days Since Last Run:
34
Verdict
Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. 25/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 34 days ago, though that race easy to excuse given he was denied a clear run.
5. Shades Of May
J: George BassT: Mark Usher
F: 635-4376
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
9-2
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
47
Days Since Last Run:
51
Verdict
Sixth of 8 in minor event at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 13/2) 51 days ago. Significantly back down in trip. Others more persuasive.
6. Arlington
J: Harrison ShawT: Bryan Smart
F: 0-2627240
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-2
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
47
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Thirteenth of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm, 16/1) 19 days ago. Can make presence felt with return to AW in his favour.
7. Maverics Magic
J: Dale SwiftT: Seb Spencer
F: 900-28270
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-2
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
47
Days Since Last Run:
63
Verdict
Turned out after 2 days and finished last of 10 in minor event (9/1) at Newcastle (6f) 63 days ago, racing freely and brushed aside.
8. Sir Benedict
J: P. J. McDonaldT: Stella Barclay
F: 9-9637389
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
9-1
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
46
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
C&D winner. Three wins from 13 runs last year. 16/1, below form ninth of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Must improve.
9. Marcus
J: Richard KingscoteT: Charlie Wallis
F: 52236237-
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-1
Gear:
cheekpieces and hood
Official Rating:
46
Days Since Last Run:
164
Verdict
Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Seventh of 11 in handicap at this C&D (5/2) though was short of room and shuffled back. Off 164 days. Has good chance on form.
10. Kipp Kelly
J: David ProbertT: Derek Shaw
F: 0-0535552
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
9-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
45
Days Since Last Run:
3
Verdict
Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. Good second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 11/1) 3 days ago. Repeat of that will see him bang there.