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15 April 2026 · 8 races

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1:30 — Watch Unibet Racing Postcast Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race)
2m5f · Good · NOV · 5 runners
Lead contested: Le Beau Madrik v Legendary LukeFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

Le Beau Madrik led, as the map showed.

Le Beau Madrik won at 2.75 — led, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 4 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
Le Beau MadrikLegendary Luke
Prominent · 2
IntosomethinggoodMatty's Getaway
Midfield · 1
Padre Arthur
Hold Up · 0
None
Le Beau Madrik and Legendary Luke will contest the early lead in this small field, with both confirmed front-runners likely to set an honest gallop from the outset. The prominent trio of Matty's Getaway, Padre Arthur, and the withdrawn Intosomethinggood would typically sit just behind, but with only four remaining runners, the pace will be straightforward rather than frantic. The two leaders will likely maintain a decent clip throughout the 2m5f journey, creating a test of stamina in the final half-mile. This shape favours horses with tactical speed who can stay close to the pace, as there's insufficient depth for hold-up horses to benefit from a strong finish.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Dual Front Runner Duel
45% probability
If Le Beau Madrik and Legendary Luke both jump well and maintain their forward positions throughout
The two leaders will engage in a prolonged battle from the home turn, with the winner being whoever has the most left in reserve. This sustained pace will suit the horse with superior stamina credentials and recent race fitness.
Le Beau MadrikLegendary LukeMatty's GetawayPadre Arthur
B
Prominent Tracker Pounce
30% probability
If the two front-runners go too fast early and begin to weaken approaching the final flight
Matty's Getaway or Padre Arthur will inherit the lead late having conserved energy in behind the early pace. The winner will be the prominent runner with the best turn of foot when the leaders falter.
Matty's GetawayPadre ArthurLe Beau MadrikLegendary Luke
C
Front Runner Wire-to-Wire
15% probability
If one of the leaders establishes a decisive advantage jumping the last and the field fails to respond
Either Le Beau Madrik or Legendary Luke will dominate from the front, maintaining their advantage to the line. Superior jumping and race fitness will prove decisive in a performance that silences the closers.
Le Beau MadrikLegendary LukeMatty's GetawayPadre Arthur
D
Late Tactical Surprise
10% probability
If the early pace is slower than expected and allows a patient ride to be effective
A hold-up ride on one of the prominent horses could catch the leaders napping if they go too steadily early. The winner would need exceptional finishing speed to overcome the tactical disadvantage of this race shape.
Padre ArthurMatty's GetawayLe Beau MadrikLegendary Luke

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHLe Beau MadrikRPR137Legendary LukeRPR127Intosomethinggo…RPR135Matty's Getawayt · RPR135Padre ArthurRPR1321. Le Beau Madrik2. Legendary Luke5. Intosomethinggood3. Matty's Getaway4. Padre Arthur
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Le Beau Madrik's jumping under pressure - any mistakes could be costly given his need to lead and sustain the gallop
WATCH
Matty's Getaway's response to the tongue-tie - first-time headgear can be transformative but occasionally backfires
NOTE
Legendary Luke's ability to settle if headed early - his front-running style may not suit if Le Beau Madrik takes him on from the start
WATCH
The pace through the first mile - if too steady it could negate the natural advantages of the two confirmed leaders
2:05 — Unibet Abram Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Listed Race) (GBB Race)
2m5f · Good · LST · 8 runners
Lead contested: White Noise v Just A GlanceHISTORIC

How it ran

Dream Shadow led; the map had White Noise and Just A Glance in front.

Dream Shadow won at 4.20 — led, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

3 of 8 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
White NoiseJust A Glance
Prominent · 3
Torpille DagrostisDream ShadowLivingonaprayer
Midfield · 1
Girl Friday
Hold Up · 2
Great DanceMillady
White Noise and Just A Glance will set the early pace in this Listed contest, with both confirmed front runners likely to contest the lead from the outset. Their presence ensures an honest gallop over this extended 2m5f trip, preventing any crawling pace that might disadvantage those who need a test of stamina. The prominent racers like Girl Friday, Torpille Dagrostis and Dream Shadow will track the leaders closely, while hold-up horses Great Dance and Millady may find themselves with too much ground to make up. This race shape favours prominent racers who can sit close enough to strike but avoid the early pace battle.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Racers Pounce
45% probability
If White Noise and Just A Glance duel early and tie up over this stamina-sapping trip
The pace-setters weaken in the final half-mile, allowing those who raced handily behind to sweep past with superior finishing kicks. Girl Friday and Dream Shadow are perfectly positioned to capitalize from their prominent berths.
Girl FridayDream ShadowTorpille DagrostisLivingonaprayer
B
Front Runner Dominates
30% probability
If one of the pace-setters gets first run and the other folds early
White Noise or Just A Glance secures uncontested control and uses superior class to repel late challenges over this staying trip. The lack of early pressure allows the leader to save energy for a strong finish.
White NoiseJust A GlanceGirl FridayDream Shadow
C
Hold-Up Artist Strikes
15% probability
If the early pace becomes genuinely strong with multiple leaders going at it
A furious gallop plays into the hands of those held up, as the pace collapses dramatically in the closing stages. Great Dance gets the perfect setup to unleash a decisive late run from off the pace.
Great DanceMilladyDream ShadowTorpille Dagrostis
D
Chaos Benefits Outsider
10% probability
If jumping errors or interference disrupts the favourites' chances
The race develops unexpectedly with fallers or mistakes creating opportunities for unfancied runners to capitalize. Livingonaprayer or Millady could sneak through when others hit trouble.
LivingonaprayerMilladyJust A GlanceTorpille Dagrostis

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHWhite Noiset · RPR140Just A GlanceRPR124Torpille Dagros…p · RPR132Dream ShadowRPR131LivingonaprayerRPR129Girl FridayRPR127Great Dancet · RPR120MilladyRPR1025. White Noise6. Just A Glance3. Torpille Dagrostis2. Dream Shadow4. Livingonaprayer1. Girl Friday7. Great Dance8. Millady
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
White Noise may struggle with the 161lbs burden if the early pace becomes genuinely strong against Just A Glance
WATCH
Great Dance needs the leaders to go too fast early to get her hold-up style into the race from the rear
NOTE
Torpille Dagrostis has cheekpieces applied again after her unconvincing last win at short odds
WATCH
Just A Glance is unbeaten over hurdles but faces a significant class test in this Listed company
NOTE
Dream Shadow gets a helpful 5lb swing with White Noise from their previous encounter at Warwick
2:40 — Unibet Silver Trophy Handicap Chase (Grade 2) (A Limited Handicap) (GBB Race)
2m4f · Good · G2 · 11 runners
Jour d'Evasion to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Fugitif led; the map had Jour d'Evasion in front.

Riskintheground won at 5.00 — was held up, as the map had it.

4 of 11 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1
Jour d'Evasion
Prominent · 3
Outlaw PeterZurichBleu d'Enfer
Midfield · 4
The BluesmanTriple TradeMoon d'OrangeMousey Brown
Hold Up · 3
Tommy's OscarRiskinthegroundFugitif
Jour d'Evasion will lead unchallenged early with Outlaw Peter and Zurich tracking prominently, but no genuine pace pressure means moderate fractions through the first mile. The large pack of hold-up horses (Tommy's Oscar, Fugitif, The Bluesman, Riskintheground, Triple Trade, Mousey Brown, Moon d'Orange) will bunch up behind, setting up a cavalry charge from 4f out. With one soft leader and eight closers, this creates a classic tactical scramble where patient rides and strong finishing kicks become crucial. This race shape strongly favours hold-up horses with proven finishing speed over 2m4f.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-Up Horse Stampede
65% probability
If Jour d'Evasion sets modest fractions and the field stays bunched until late
The patient brigade gets perfect delivery with Tommy's Oscar and The Bluesman having every chance to unleash their finishing speed. Multiple closers converge simultaneously, favouring horses with the strongest final 2f kick over this trip.
Tommy's OscarThe BluesmanTriple TradeRiskintheground
B
Prominent Horse Pounce
20% probability
If Outlaw Peter or Zurich move off the pace earlier than expected to pressure Jour d'Evasion
The race develops more honest fractions that stretch the field earlier, playing to horses positioned handily rather than those needing the perfect setup. Outlaw Peter's recent C&D win and Zurich's Cheltenham form become more relevant in a truly-run race.
Outlaw PeterZurichBleu d'EnferMoon d'Orange
C
Tactical Stalemate Chaos
10% probability
If jockeys wait too long in the pack and leave finishing too late
The moderate pace becomes a complete crawl with everyone still in contention at the 2f marker, creating a messy sprint finish. Horses drawn best or with the clearest runs benefit most from the resulting traffic problems and interference.
FugitifTommy's OscarThe BluesmanTriple Trade
D
Front Runner Surprise
5% probability
If Jour d'Evasion gets an uncontested lead and stays on strongly
The early leader maintains honest gallop throughout and proves tough to pass when the closers finally mount their challenge. His three wins this season including over this C&D suggest he could defy the tactical odds.
Jour d'EvasionOutlaw PeterZurichTriple Trade

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHJour d'Evasiont · RPR148Outlaw Petertp · RPR153ZurichRPR147Bleu d'Enfertp · RPR150The Bluesmant · RPR152Triple TradeRPR153Moon d'Orangev · RPR154Mousey Browntp · RPR151Tommy's Oscarp · RPR152Riskinthegroundt · RPR151Fugitiftv · RPR1535. Jour d'Evasion6. Outlaw Peter7. Zurich8. Bleu d'Enfer2. The Bluesman3. Triple Trade9. Moon d'Orange10. Mousey Brown1. Tommy's Oscar4. Riskintheground11. Fugitif
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Jour d'Evasion could steal a march if given uncontested lead with Outlaw Peter and Zurich failing to apply early pressure
WATCH
Tommy's Oscar and The Bluesman both need clear runs in final 2f as eight hold-up horses create potential traffic problems
NOTE
Outlaw Peter's 11-day turnaround after hard-fought C&D win could see stamina reserves depleted in closing stages
WATCH
Triple Trade's early fall over C&D recently means any jumping errors today could prove costly given his hold-up style
NOTE
Moon d'Orange's new visor worked at Cheltenham but this trainer John McConnell is 0/19 in last 14 days
3:15 — Try Unibets Smartview Racecards Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)
2m5f · Good · HCAP · 12 runners
Lead contested: Idy Wood v Johnson's BlueHISTORIC

How it ran

Analiese led; the map had Idy Wood and Johnson's Blue in front.

George's Lad won at 12.00 — raced prominently, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

3 of 11 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
Idy WoodJohnson's Blue
Prominent · 5
Huffin An A PuffinMasked DanceAnalieseLe Tiep's SacreNorman Fletcher
Midfield · 1
Below The Radar
Hold Up · 4
Royal InfantryLa PinsonniereGeorge's LadIrandando Has
Idy Wood and Johnson's Blue will force early pace with Huffin An A Puffin, Norman Fletcher, Le Tiep's Sacre, Masked Dance and Analiese all wanting prominent positions behind. This creates serious congestion in the first half-mile before the field strings out. The dual front-runners should ensure an honest gallop over this staying trip, but the bottleneck of prominent runners creates tactical danger at the business end. This pace dynamic strongly favours hold-up horses who can avoid the early scramble and pick off tired leaders.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-up horses prevail
55% probability
If the early pace is strong and prominent runners get shuffled back
The dual pace-setters tire and the congested prominent pack gets compromised, allowing patient hold-up runners to sweep through late. Royal Infantry and La Pinsonniere benefit most from their patient tactics and strong finishing kicks.
Royal InfantryLa PinsonniereBelow The RadarGeorge's Lad
B
Prominent tactical win
25% probability
If one prominent runner gets the perfect position behind the leaders
A horse like Huffin An A Puffin or Analiese avoids the early congestion and times their challenge perfectly as the front-runners weaken. Their tactical speed proves decisive in the final furlong.
Huffin An A PuffinAnalieseMasked DanceLe Tiep's Sacre
C
Front-runner survival
12% probability
If the early pace is more measured than expected
Idy Wood or Johnson's Blue get softer sectionals early and have enough left to repel late challengers. The lack of early pressure allows them to dictate throughout and hold on grimly.
Idy WoodJohnson's BlueNorman FletcherIrandando Has
D
Complete pace collapse
8% probability
If both front-runners go off too fast and burn out early
The dual pace-setters cook themselves and the prominent pack also suffers from the early burn-up. A patient hold-up horse with stamina reserves comes from last to first in a slow-motion finish.
Below The RadarGeorge's LadRoyal InfantryLa Pinsonniere

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHIdy WoodRPR139Johnson's BlueRPR141Huffin An A Puf…RPR142Masked DanceRPR140AnalieseRPR142Le Tiep's SacreRPR141Norman Fletcherp · RPR142Below The RadarRPR140Royal Infantrytp · RPR140La Pinsonnierep · RPR139George's LadRPR139Irandando HasRPR1395. Idy Wood6. Johnson's Blue7. Huffin An A Puffin8. Masked Dance9. Analiese10. Le Tiep's Sacre11. Norman Fletcher3. Below The Radar1. Royal Infantry2. La Pinsonniere4. George's Lad12. Irandando Has
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Johnson's Blue could fold quickly if not bouncing back to form, leaving Idy Wood isolated on the lead
WATCH
Traffic problems likely at the third-last hurdle with Norman Fletcher, Masked Dance and Le Tiep's Sacre all wanting the same prominent spot
WATCH
George's Lad returning from 110-day absence may need the run despite Emma Lavelle's 2/13 recent record
NOTE
La Pinsonniere wearing new headgear for Henderson team suggests they expect improvement from consistent mare
NOTE
Huffin An A Puffin faces much stronger field than when winning at Doncaster last time out
3:50 — Try Unibets New Racing Betbuilder Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
3m4½f · Good · HCAP · 11 runners
Ki Woo likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Some Scope led; the map had Ki Woo in front.

Holokea won at 5.00 — raced prominently, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

1 of 11 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1
Ki Woo
Prominent · 3
Red DeltaFierce WarriorYes Day
Midfield · 4
Gold EmeryRegardeBodhisattvaThe Grey Man
Hold Up · 3
FortunedefortunataHolokeaSome Scope
Ki Woo will be the natural pace-setter from his prominent style, with Red Delta, Yes Day, Fierce Warrior, Gold Emery and Some Scope all capable of racing close to the pace early. This creates a scenario where multiple horses want similar positions, likely resulting in steady to strong galloping through the middle sections over this staying trip. The presence of several hold-up horses like Holokea, Regarde, Some Scope, Fortunedefortunata, The Grey Man and Bodhisattva suggests the pace will be solid enough to set up a finish. This race shape strongly favours the hold-up horses who can benefit from the solid pace and produce their customary late kicks.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-up horses prevail
65% probability
If the prominent runners maintain a solid gallop through the extended middle sections
The sustained pace will perfectly set up the race for the patient hold-up performers who can unleash their finishing kicks. Horses like Holokea, Regarde and Some Scope can time their challenges perfectly in the final half-mile.
HolokeaRegardeSome ScopeThe Grey Man
B
Front runners control
20% probability
If Ki Woo gets an easy lead and the pace becomes pedestrian early
The lack of early pressure allows the pace-setters to dictate terms and save energy for a sustained finish. Ki Woo and Red Delta can use their stamina to grind out the finish when the hold-up horses lack the pace to make up ground.
Ki WooRed DeltaFierce WarriorYes Day
C
Midrace pace collapse
10% probability
If the prominent runners go too hard early and come back to the field dramatically
The early exertions take their toll and create a stop-start rhythm that doesn't suit anyone perfectly. This opens the door for a horse with tactical speed like Some Scope or an improver getting a perfect trip.
Some ScopeGold EmeryBodhisattvaThe Grey Man
D
Stamina test develops
5% probability
If the pace is genuine throughout and becomes a true staying test
The extended trip and solid gallop finds out any horses lacking true stamina over this extreme distance. Only the proven stayers with the best recent form can cope with the relentless demands.
Red DeltaRegardeHolokeaSome Scope

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHKi Wootp · RPR135Red Deltap · RPR127Fierce Warriorp · RPR130Yes Dayp · RPR132Gold Emeryp · RPR130Regardetp · RPR130Bodhisattvav · RPR135The Grey ManRPR127Fortunedefortun…p · RPR130HolokeaRPR132Some Scopetv · RPR1355. Ki Woo6. Red Delta7. Fierce Warrior8. Yes Day9. Gold Emery2. Regarde10. Bodhisattva4. The Grey Man11. Fortunedefortunata1. Holokea3. Some Scope
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Ki Woo making yard debut after long break could either set perfect pace or lack race fitness to sustain effort
WATCH
Gold Emery has never raced on good ground and could struggle with the faster surface conditions
NOTE
Some Scope in first-time visor has shown renewed form and could benefit from the expected strong pace
WATCH
Regarde returning after 144-day layoff following wind operations, fitness must be taken on trust
NOTE
The Grey Man and Bodhisattva both need the pace to collapse to get competitive, watch for early positioning
4:25 — Read Nicky Hendersons Unibet Blog Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)
3m½f · Good · HCAP · 10 runners
Lead contested: Moon Rocket v Red Dirt RoadHISTORIC

How it ran

Firestream led; the map had Moon Rocket and Red Dirt Road in front.

Serious Chat won at 13.00 — raced prominently, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 10 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
Moon RocketRed Dirt Road
Prominent · 4
Red RiskDartanSerious ChatKing Of The Lake
Midfield · 2
FirestreamLord Snootie
Hold Up · 2
KilwaughterSmokeringinthedark
Moon Rocket and Red Dirt Road will contest the early lead, with Red Dirt Road likely to dominate given his more consistent front-running profile. Four prominent runners (Red Risk, Serious Chat, Lord Snootie, Firestream) will create congestion behind the leaders, setting up traffic problems approaching the business end. The honest gallop will stretch the field over this extended trip, but the two hold-up horses (Smokeringinthedark, Kilwaughter) face a significant disadvantage with limited late pace to close into. This race shape strongly favours prominent runners who can secure good positions early and avoid the midfield scramble.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Runner Prevails
45% probability
If the early pace is honest but not suicidal, allowing prominent runners to stay in touch
The leaders will weaken in the final half-mile, setting up perfectly for a prominent runner to strike approaching the last. Traffic issues will hamper those stuck midfield while the pace won't be strong enough for hold-up horses to close effectively.
Red RiskSerious ChatLord SnootieFirestream
B
Front Runner Holds On
30% probability
If Moon Rocket or Red Dirt Road can dictate at a sensible pace without fierce early pressure
The leader will have enough left to resist late challenges, particularly with the extended trip suiting a patient front-running approach. Hold-up horses will find the pace too steady to mount effective closing efforts.
Red Dirt RoadMoon RocketRed RiskSerious Chat
C
Hold Up Strike
15% probability
If the early pace becomes genuinely strong with both leaders going hard from the start
The honest gallop will collapse the field in the final furlong, creating the perfect scenario for patient hold-up horses to sweep past tired leaders. Smokeringinthedark and Kilwaughter will benefit from the strongest pace.
SmokeringinthedarkKilwaughterDartanKing Of The Lake
D
Midfield Surprise
10% probability
If traffic problems severely hamper the prominent runners and the pace becomes messy
A horse settling further back but not relying on pure hold-up tactics will find the clearest passage when others are stopped for room. The compromised runs of fancied prominent runners will open the door.
DartanKing Of The LakeFirestreamLord Snootie

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHMoon Rockett · RPR141Red Dirt RoadRPR144Red Riskp · RPR143Dartantv · RPR143Serious Chatp · RPR140King Of The Laket · RPR145Firestreamp · RPR145Lord SnootieRPR145KilwaughterRPR146Smokeringinthed…RPR1455. Moon Rocket6. Red Dirt Road1. Red Risk7. Dartan2. Serious Chat8. King Of The Lake4. Firestream3. Lord Snootie9. Kilwaughter10. Smokeringinthedark
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Red Dirt Road and Moon Rocket setting too strong an early pace will compromise both front-runners
WATCH
Traffic problems developing 2-3 out as four prominent runners (Red Risk, Serious Chat, Lord Snootie, Firestream) converge
NOTE
Smokeringinthedark needing the leaders to go hard early to set up his hold-up style over this extended trip
WATCH
Dartan's fitness after 180-day absence and whether the first-time visor prevents his usual late fade
NOTE
Red Risk's jumping under pressure given his 11-year-old legs over this demanding distance
5:00 — Unibet Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
3m1½f · Good · HCAP · 8 runners
Minella Crooner likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Hold Your Fort and Grand Geste led; the map had Minella Crooner in front.

Iron Bridge won at 3.75 — raced prominently, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 7 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1
Minella Crooner
Prominent · 2
Iron BridgeMillforce
Midfield · 3
Grand GesteBhalooHold Your Fort
Hold Up · 2
Hang In ThereEgbert
Minella Crooner and Hold Your Fort are the likeliest pace-setters, with Iron Bridge, Bhaloo, Grand Geste and Millforce tracking prominently in the early stages. Hold Your Fort showed front-running tactics when winning at Ascot last month and will likely press Minella Crooner for the lead, creating a solid but not destructive gallop over this stamina-sapping trip. The pace should be testing enough to find out the non-stayers but controlled enough that the leaders won't collapse, meaning prominent racers who can quicken from close range will have the tactical edge over hold-up horses who need the pace to collapse.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Front Runners Dominate
45% probability
If Hold Your Fort and Minella Crooner set sustainable fractions and aren't pressed hard early
The leaders kick clear turning for home as the hold-up horses struggle to close the gap on good ground over this stamina test. Front-running tactics prove decisive as the pace doesn't collapse enough for closers to be effective.
Hold Your FortEgbertGrand GesteIron Bridge
B
Prominent Tracker Strikes
30% probability
If the early pace is solid but one of the prominent racers has enough left to quicken
Iron Bridge or Grand Geste can sit handy, let the leaders do the work, then strike approaching the last two fences. Their class tells in a finish where stamina and tactical position both matter.
Iron BridgeGrand GesteHold Your FortBhaloo
C
Veteran's Experience Tells
15% probability
If Hang In There gets the right pace setup and finds his old spark from off the pace
The 12-year-old's superior class rating comes to the fore as the race develops into a stamina test that suits his patient style. His hold-up tactics work when the leaders weaken in the closing stages.
Hang In ThereEgbertIron BridgeMillforce
D
Pace Collapses Late
10% probability
If both leaders go too hard early and tie up in the straight
The front-runners pay for their exuberance as Hang In There and other hold-up horses storm home in the final furlong. The good going helps the closers' turn of foot become effective late on.
Hang In ThereBhalooMillforceIron Bridge

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHMinella Croonerp · RPR-Iron Bridgep · RPR157Millforcep · RPR150Grand Gestep · RPR155Bhaloop · RPR155Hold Your FortRPR153Hang In ThereRPR156Egbertp · RPR1535. Minella Crooner4. Iron Bridge6. Millforce3. Grand Geste7. Bhaloo1. Hold Your Fort8. Hang In There2. Egbert
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Watch Egbert's jumping at the early fences as his recent fall and tendency to make errors could end his chance early despite home course advantage.
WATCH
Watch how aggressively Hold Your Fort goes forward as his front-running tactics worked at Ascot but stronger pace pressure here could expose stamina limits.
WATCH
Watch Iron Bridge's position turning for home as he needs to be close enough to strike but has disappointed when well-placed before.
NOTE
Watch Hang In There's position at halfway as the 12-year-old needs the leaders to go hard enough to come back to him in the straight.
NOTE
Watch the early pace between Minella Crooner and Hold Your Fort as their battle for the lead will determine whether closers get into the race.
5:35 — Unibet Pony Racing Authority Graduates Handicap Hurdle (Conditional Jockeys' And Amateur Riders')
1m7½f · Good · HCAP · 8 runners
Lead contested: Count Of Vendome v VocitoHISTORIC

How it ran

Lively Citizen led; the map had Count Of Vendome and Vocito in front.

Count Of Vendome won at 2.38 — raced prominently, where the map had it led. One of the race scenarios named it.

1 of 7 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
Count Of VendomeVocito
Prominent · 3
Across EarthInnamoratoLively Citizen
Midfield · 1
Scintillante
Hold Up · 2
Brendas AskingCourageous Strike
Count Of Vendome and Vocito will contest the early lead, with Count Of Vendome's recent front-running form making him likely to dictate terms from the outset. The pace should be honest rather than frantic given only two confirmed leaders in an 8-runner field, allowing the race to develop into a tactical affair from halfway. The prominent runners Lively Citizen, Across Earth and Innamorato will track the leaders closely, while the hold-up horses Brendas Asking and Scintillante face the challenge of making up ground in the final stages. This shape clearly favours prominent runners and those with tactical speed, as they can position perfectly behind the leaders and strike when the pace inevitably quickens approaching the final hurdle.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Runners Dominate
45% probability
If the early pace is steady allowing tactical positioning
The prominent runners get the perfect trip tracking the two leaders before making their move at the business end. Those who can sit handy and quicken have every chance to exploit their ideal racing position.
Across EarthLively CitizenInnamoratoCount Of Vendome
B
Front Runner Stays Strong
25% probability
If Count Of Vendome maintains his recent front-running form and sees off challenges
The proven leader uses his fitness advantage and tactical position to control the race throughout. His recent winning form over the trip gives him every chance to repeat the dose from the front.
Count Of VendomeVocitoAcross EarthLively Citizen
C
Hold-Up Success
20% probability
If the early gallop is genuinely strong and the leaders come back to the field
The sustained early pace sets up perfectly for Brendas Asking and Scintillante to unleash late runs. Both have the class to capitalize if the front-runners weaken in the closing stages.
Brendas AskingScintillanteAcross EarthInnamorato
D
Long Layoff Success
10% probability
If Vocito's 147-day break proves beneficial rather than detrimental
The extended rest has recharged Vocito who uses his class and front-running ability to spring a surprise. His four hurdles wins show he has the talent if the freshness works in his favor.
VocitoBrendas AskingLively CitizenScintillante

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHCount Of VendomeRPR122Vocitot · RPR121Across EarthRPR124Innamoratop · RPR115Lively Citizenp · RPR124ScintillanteRPR123Brendas AskingRPR123Courageous Stri…h · RPR1184. Count Of Vendome5. Vocito1. Across Earth3. Innamorato2. Lively Citizen6. Scintillante7. Brendas Asking8. Courageous Strike
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

WATCH
Watch Count Of Vendome's jumping under pressure as he tries to lead throughout against Vocito's early challenge
NOTE
Monitor how quickly Vocito settles after his long layoff as any keen tendencies could compromise his stamina reserves
KEY
Brendas Asking and Scintillante both face serious positioning concerns from wide draws if the early pace proves moderate
NOTE
Observe Lively Citizen's attitude after two disappointing chase runs as confidence could be fragile switching back to hurdles
WATCH
Track Across Earth's position entering the straight as he needs to be within striking distance to use his proven finishing kick

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Every race on PaceMap is read from the in-running comments of each runner’s recent form — how a horse actually ran, not only where it finished. Those comments decide the groups above, and the same comments are read back after the race to score what was published. The record is public, including the months it was worse.

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This meeting ran on 15 April 2026.

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Haydock pace map, 15 April 2026 — PaceMap