Yearly Archives: 2024

Jet Of Dreams looked an improved performer after a wind-op in the spring. He's had a good summer break, returning off 6lb higher. That might not stop him from following up.

A winner at Newton Abbot in June by when she had a better than 50% (six in 11) strike-rate Carrigeen Kampala has blotted her copybook with early exits over hurdles (3rd flight) then at the first on chase debut. She reverts to hurdles and Jack takes 3lb off. If she gets the jumping right, she…

It's almost two years since Alien Storm recorded his only win in 14 starts, but his mark has been coming down. He starts chasing here and if he handles the course I expect him to go nicely.

The Dark Edge returns from his summer break after a final run, his first in handicaps, which suggested he was improving. As long as the ground doesn't get too soft he can take advantage of his light weight.

22/09/24 - 2nd 10/1 Original quote: "A winner at Newton Abbot in June by when she had a better than 50% (six in 11) strike-rate Carrigeen Kampala has blotted her copybook with early exits over hurdles (3rd flight) then at the first on chase debut. She reverts to hurdles and Jack takes 3lb off. If…

Tailorman won at Ripon and wasn't disgraced when 3rd around here. The obvious one of our pair and Ryan's 7lb could swing the issue his way.

We have taken our 2yo out of his earlier race here with worries about the ground, but Atlantic Gamble should handle it. He has been in great form winning five of his last six and the upward momentum can continue. Hopeful.

We came here 12 months ago thinking Not So Sleepy had no chance but, enjoying the heavy ground, he won nicely. I was yesterday bemoaning the fact that there was no other option for him but after the 15 mils last night he must be going there with a good chance again. He is 12…

We came here 12 months ago thinking Not So Sleepy had no chance but, enjoying the heavy ground, he won nicely. I was yesterday bemoaning the fact that there was no other option for him but after the 15 mils last night he must be going there with a good chance again. He is 12…

Saint Riquier looked uncomfortable at Brighton two days ago when a 2/5 loser. This track will be more straightforward as he takes his last chance to win while 10lb better in than from next week onwards.

Inishfallen is a very good horse as he showed last year but he had a rough time of it through the summer after we gelded him. He would have needed the race at Goodwood and he now seems to have his troubles behind him. It's a good spot and I like his chance.

Forgotten Treasure returns to the scene of her all-the-way win last time when she got loose on the lead. Up only 2lb, she has a decent chance of a repeat but I expect the opposition to be more aware of her in the early stages this time.

Fashionelle is a consistent mare and she like Faha Belle has been knocking on the door. There probably wouldn't be much between the pair.

Beggarman has been fairly consistent this year but his form is all at 0-60 level and this is a grade above that. He's a big horse so it makes no difference if he carries 10st or today's 8st9lb. I'd be happy with a run in the frame.

Ikigai Star was a nice winner at Huntingdon in May but was beaten a long way last time at Bangor. We've freshened him up since then and are hopeful of a good showing. Each-way.

Your guess is as good as mine with Catuaba. If you are thinking of backing him, wait until you see him over the first. If, as two runs back, he is at the front, he might well stay there. Conversely, if like last time he's slow and gets out the back, you know your fate.…