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18 April 2026 · 8 races

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4:05 — British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
1m½f · Good · NOV · 13 runners
Deedaydiva likeliest to leadFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

Eskimo Pie led; the map had Deedaydiva in front.

Botagoz won at 4.00 — raced midfield, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 12 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1
Deedaydiva
Prominent · 4
Eskimo PieBrighleeTashi DelekTiny Tiger
Midfield · 4
WithtearsinmyeyesShadidaMidnight SteppersConcealed Passion
Hold Up · 4
BotagozEcho ValleyPalace ArtoisCortado Girl
Deedaydiva emerges as the sole confirmed front runner in this field of 13 fillies, with supporting prominent runners Eskimo Pie, Brighlee and Tashi Delek unlikely to challenge for the early lead given their preferred positions. This creates a sustainable pace scenario where Deedaydiva can dictate terms without pressure, particularly over this stamina-testing 1m2½f trip at Nottingham. The relatively soft early pace will favor horses that can travel kindly and produce a finishing kick. This race shape strongly favors prominent runners and hold-up horses with a proven turn of foot, as they can position perfectly behind the uncontested leader before striking in the final quarter-mile.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Uncontested Leader Dominates
55% probability
If Deedaydiva gets an easy lead without early pressure from the prominent runners
The pace becomes too soft for closers to make up ground, allowing the front runner to control the race from pillar to post. Deedaydiva's proven form at this distance combined with the tactical advantage proves decisive.
DeedaydivaEskimo PieBotagozConcealed Passion
B
Prominent Tracker Strikes
25% probability
If one of the experienced prominent runners can sit perfect second behind Deedaydiva and outkick her
Eskimo Pie or Brighlee travel smoothly in behind the leader before producing superior acceleration in the final furlong. Their race fitness and proven ability at similar distances gives them the edge over the uncontested front runner.
Eskimo PieBrighleeDeedaydivaMidnight Steppers
C
Hold-Up Horse Powers Home
12% probability
If the pace becomes genuinely slow and the race develops into a sprint finish
Botagoz or one of the newcomers produces a sweeping late run that catches the early leaders in the dying strides. The stamina-sapping nature of Nottingham's finish suits horses with a strong turn of foot held up for one decisive effort.
BotagozConcealed PassionPalace ArtoisShadida
D
Newcomer Surprise Package
8% probability
If one of the lightly-raced fillies from top connections shows significant improvement from their debut runs
A well-bred newcomer from Beckett, Dunlop or Haggas stables demonstrates the ability that warranted their entry in this conditions race. Their fresher condition and untapped potential allows them to quicken past more exposed rivals.
Concealed PassionMidnight SteppersShadidaWithtearsinmyeyes

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHDeedaydivaRPR96Eskimo PieRPR99BrighleeRPR89Tashi Delekh · RPR78Tiny TigerRPR48Withtearsinmyey…RPR-ShadidaRPR-Midnight Steppe…RPR-Concealed Passi…RPR-BotagozRPR87Echo ValleyRPR69Palace Artoisb · RPR67Cortado GirlRPR531. Deedaydiva2. Eskimo Pie5. Brighlee6. Tashi Delek7. Tiny Tiger8. Withtearsinmyeyes9. Shadida10. Midnight Steppers4. Concealed Passion3. Botagoz11. Echo Valley12. Palace Artois13. Cortado Girl
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Deedaydiva could steal this race if no prominent runner challenges her early lead and she gets uncontested fractions
WATCH
Eskimo Pie's recent form suggests she's ready for a big run and her prominent style could be perfectly suited to track the leader
NOTE
Concealed Passion and Midnight Steppers represent powerful connections and could show significant improvement from their lightly-raced profiles
WATCH
The 231-day layoff for Deedaydiva might tell late in the race despite her tactical advantage
NOTE
Botagoz showed winning form last time and the likely soft pace could set up perfectly for her hold-up style
4:37 — Racing TV Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)
6f · Good · CLS4 · 10 runners
Frantic likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Frantic and Egotistical and Mehmas Engine led, as the map showed.

Bintaryana won at 4.50 — was held up, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Frantic
Prominent · 1
Egotistical
Midfield · 5
Unique ProcedureSweet DesireElshieAlways PerfectNzuri
Hold Up · 3
Hen PartyMehmas EngineBintaryana
Frantic stands as the sole confirmed front-runner in this maiden fillies' contest, likely to dictate terms from the outset without early pressure. The prominent runners Egotistical may track closely, but with five hold-up horses including the experienced Hen Party and improving Mehmas Engine, this shapes as a race where the pace can build steadily. The majority of the field will be looking to come from off the pace, creating potential traffic problems in the straight. This tactical setup strongly favours horses that can secure good early positions and avoid the inevitable late scramble.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Frantic Controls Uncontested
45% probability
If Frantic gets an easy lead without early pressure from Egotistical
She can dictate a steady pace that suits her stamina reserves, making life difficult for the hold-up brigade who need a strong gallop. Her proven form at this trip gives her every chance to resist late challengers who leave themselves too much to do.
FranticEgotisticalSweet DesireElshie
B
Hold-Up Brigade Delivers
30% probability
If the pace becomes truly run and the hold-up horses get clear runs in the straight
The backmarkers can unleash their finishing kicks with Hen Party's consistent 6f form and Mehmas Engine's recent sharpness coming to the fore. This scenario requires both a strong pace and luck in running for multiple horses.
Hen PartyMehmas EngineBintaryanaAlways Perfect
C
Newcomers Exploit Experience Gap
15% probability
If one of the lightly-raced fillies shows significant improvement from their debuts
Sweet Desire with Silvestre De Sousa or Elshie under Jane Chapple-Hyam could have been well-schooled at home and ready to make their mark. The maiden nature of this contest leaves room for unexposed improvement.
Sweet DesireElshieUnique ProcedureFrantic
D
Tactical Chaos Benefits Patient
10% probability
If traffic problems and interference plague the finish in a bunched field
A horse like Bintaryana, despite her modest rating, could sneak through late gaps while others are stopped in their tracks. Patient jockeyship becomes crucial when multiple horses converge in the final furlong.
BintaryanaAlways PerfectMehmas EngineHen Party

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHFranticRPR73EgotisticalRPR73Unique Procedureh · RPR-Sweet DesireRPR-ElshieRPR-Always Perfectt · RPR54NzuriRPR24Hen PartyRPR78Mehmas EngineRPR75BintaryanaRPR601. Frantic2. Egotistical5. Unique Procedure3. Sweet Desire4. Elshie6. Always Perfect7. Nzuri8. Hen Party9. Mehmas Engine10. Bintaryana
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Frantic must be monitored early - if she faces unexpected pressure from Egotistical or others, her chances diminish significantly
WATCH
The hold-up horses Hen Party and Mehmas Engine need clear runs in the straight as traffic could easily compromise their finishing efforts
WATCH
Sweet Desire and Elshie are complete unknowns whose market moves could reveal stable intentions before the off
NOTE
Bintaryana has identical going experience which could prove crucial if conditions affect others differently
NOTE
Always Perfect's headgear application suggests trainer concerns but could unlock improvement if effective
5:12 — Burger King Flamin Champion Handicap
5f · Good · HCAP · 17 runners
3 vying for the leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Staniel Cay and Our Hero Matty led; the map had Seven Of Hearts and I'm Dan Dare and Takincareofbizness in front.

Staniel Cay won at 7.00 — led, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

4 of 17 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 3
Seven Of HeartsI'm Dan DareTakincareofbizness
Prominent · 3
Staniel CayRosieisme DarlingOur Hero Matty
Midfield · 6
No Claims BonusMuddy NoraAmakhalaMagnificent MelDoilookokayIndependent Angel
Hold Up · 5
Mereside SparkHellcatFaithful DreamMaid In DevonYesnia
Seven Of Hearts, I'm Dan Dare, and Takincareofbizness will blast off from the gates creating a fierce early gallop over this minimum trip. With three confirmed leaders in a 17-runner sprint handicap, the pace will be genuinely strong and likely unsustainable. The strong gallop will stretch the field and test stamina reserves even at 5f, with the front three likely to weaken in the final furlong. This race shape strongly favours hold-up horses who can finish fast - the pace will set up perfectly for closers to sweep up the pieces.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-Up Horses Dominate
65% probability
If the three leaders go too fast early and fade
The strong pace will perfectly set up the closers who can stay on when the pace-setters weaken. Horses like Hellcat, Faithful Dream, and Mereside Spark can time their runs to perfection.
HellcatFaithful DreamMereside SparkDoilookokay
B
Prominent Tracker Wins
20% probability
If one horse can sit just off the pace without getting drawn in
A prominent runner can avoid the early burn-up while staying close enough to strike. Staniel Cay or Rosieisme Darling could get the perfect position behind the battling leaders.
Rosieisme DarlingStaniel CayOur Hero MattyHellcat
C
Front Runner Survives
10% probability
If one leader gets an easier time than expected and maintains stamina
Seven Of Hearts might get a softer lead if the other two pace-setters don't fire. With good tactical riding, a front runner could just hold on over this minimum distance.
Seven Of HeartsTakincareofbiznessI'm Dan DareStaniel Cay
D
Pace Collapses Completely
5% probability
If all three leaders go impossibly fast and completely collapse
The early pace becomes so fierce that even the closers struggle with the stop-start nature. A mid-division horse could sneak through when everything falls apart late.
Our Hero MattyNo Claims BonusMagnificent MelAmakhala

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHSeven Of HeartsRPR60I'm Dan DareRPR60Takincareofbizn…RPR60Staniel CayRPR60Rosieisme Darli…RPR64Our Hero MattyRPR62No Claims BonusRPR61Muddy NoraRPR59Amakhalap · RPR61Magnificent MelRPR64Doilookokayp · RPR62Independent Ang…h · RPR55Mereside SparkRPR63HellcatRPR64Faithful Dreamp · RPR67Maid In DevonRPR60Yesniat · RPR635. Seven Of Hearts6. I'm Dan Dare7. Takincareofbizness8. Staniel Cay9. Rosieisme Darling10. Our Hero Matty11. No Claims Bonus12. Muddy Nora13. Amakhala14. Magnificent Mel4. Doilookokay15. Independent Angel3. Mereside Spark1. Hellcat2. Faithful Dream16. Maid In Devon17. Yesnia
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Seven Of Hearts, I'm Dan Dare, and Takincareofbizness will create a furious early battle that could end their chances
WATCH
Mereside Spark returns from 98 days off while Hellcat has been absent for 215 days - both need to be race-ready
NOTE
Doilookokay has winning form and wears headgear today which could spark improvement
NOTE
Silvestre De Sousa rides Amakhala who gets in light but needs the pace to completely collapse
WATCH
Yesnia and Independent Angel both have patterns of fading in the finish despite their hold-up styles
5:45 — Burger King Winning Whopper Apprentice Handicap
5f · Good · HCAP · 8 runners
Miss Brazen likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Miss Brazen and Winchurch and Initial Blue led, as the map showed.

Miss Brazen won at 6.00 — led, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Miss Brazen
Prominent · 2
Initial BlueLevel Up
Midfield · 3
High OpinionPapa Don't PreachJeany May
Hold Up · 2
WinchurchScent Of May
Miss Brazen looks the only confirmed front runner in this field and should dictate terms from the start without serious pressure. With most runners holding prominent/pressing positions (Level Up, Papa Don't Preach, High Opinion, Initial Blue, Jeany May), they'll track Miss Brazen in a cluster behind the leader rather than applying early heat. The pace will be sustainable rather than frantic over this minimum trip, with the real action coming in the final two furlongs when the prominent runners fan out to challenge. This race shape strongly favours front runners and prominent racers who can position close to the pace early, as hold-up horses Winchurch and Scent Of May will struggle to pick up the pieces from the rear in a race lacking genuine early speed.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Uncontested Front Runner Wins
45% probability
If Miss Brazen gets an easy lead and isn't pressured early
She dictates comfortable fractions and has enough left to resist the late challengers who've given her too much rope. The lack of early pace plays perfectly into her hands as a front runner returning from a break.
Miss BrazenLevel UpPapa Don't Preach
B
Prominent Presser Strikes
35% probability
If the prominent runners get close enough to Miss Brazen without using too much energy
Initial Blue or Level Up can strike from their forward positions when Miss Brazen begins to tire in the final furlong. Their handy positions allow them to quicken without needing a clear run.
Initial BlueLevel UpMiss BrazenPapa Don't Preach
C
Hold Up Horse Picks Up
12% probability
If the pace becomes genuinely strong with multiple horses pressuring Miss Brazen early
Winchurch can benefit from a stronger tempo that sets up his hold-up style, picking off tired leaders. His recent third over six furlongs suggests he's in good form.
WinchurchScent Of MayHigh Opinion
D
Long Shot Benefits
8% probability
If the race develops into a messy scramble with multiple horses vying for the lead
Papa Don't Preach's recent win and good form could see him outbattle rivals in a tactical affair where his versatility helps. His lower weight becomes an asset in a slowly-run sprint.
Papa Don't PreachJeany MayHigh Opinion

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHMiss BrazenRPR73Initial Blueb · RPR75Level Upb · RPR74High OpinionRPR70Papa Don't Prea…v · RPR74Jeany Mayp · RPR69WinchurchRPR71Scent Of MayRPR701. Miss Brazen4. Initial Blue2. Level Up5. High Opinion3. Papa Don't Preach6. Jeany May7. Winchurch8. Scent Of May
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Miss Brazen must be watched for market confidence given her 183-day absence and inconsistent recent form
WATCH
Monitor if any of the prominent runners (Level Up, Initial Blue, Papa Don't Preach) attempt to press Miss Brazen early rather than tracking
NOTE
Watch Initial Blue's price movement as his recent win and good trainer form could attract support
WATCH
Winchurch needs a genuine pace to develop early to suit his hold-up style in this potentially tactical race
NOTE
Check if Papa Don't Preach's low weight and recent win generates late market interest
6:15 — Trot To Burger King Lady Bay Handicap
1m½f · Good · HCAP · 9 runners
Highland Olly to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Highland Olly led, as the map showed.

Highland Olly won at 11.00 — led, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Highland Olly
Prominent · 4
Oceans FiveInfluentialPulsar StarMoonjid
Midfield · 1
Eagle Day
Hold Up · 3
KokaneeCommander Of LifePension Pot
Highland Olly holds the sole lead with Influential, Moonjid, Pulsar Star and Oceans Five all wanting prominent positions in the early stages. This creates a compressed field with moderate early pace but crucial traffic problems entering the straight. The prominent congestion will force some runners wide or into trouble, while the hold-up horses Kokanee, Commander Of Life, Pension Pot and Eagle Day get clean runs from behind. This race shape strongly favours hold-up runners who can avoid the early scrimmaging and finish fastest when others are stopping.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-up horses dominate
55% probability
If the prominent quartet gets tangled up and Highland Olly sets steady fractions
The early pace will be genuine but not excessive, allowing the closers to sit perfectly and unleash late runs when the pace-pressured leaders weaken. Hold-up specialists get dream positioning while prominent runners compromise each other.
KokaneeCommander Of LifeEagle DayPension Pot
B
Front group stays clear
25% probability
If Highland Olly kicks on turning for home and the prominent horses find racing room
The leader builds a decisive advantage while one or two from the chasing pack manages to avoid interference and sustain their challenge. Early speed holds sway over late pace.
Highland OllyInfluentialMoonjidPulsar Star
C
Pace collapse scenario
12% probability
If Highland Olly goes too slow and the field bunches dangerously at halfway
The race becomes a sprint finish where positioning matters more than pure pace, creating a scramble where any style can prevail depending on racing luck. The winner emerges from chaos rather than tactics.
Oceans FiveMoonjidHighland OllyCommander Of Life
D
Genuine pace throughout
8% probability
If Highland Olly gets pressured early by multiple prominent runners creating strong gallop
The sustained pace spreads the field naturally, allowing each horse to find their rhythm and creating a true test of stamina over speed. Class tells in deep stretch.
InfluentialKokaneeHighland OllyEagle Day

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHHighland OllyRPR86Oceans FiveRPR86InfluentialRPR84Pulsar Starp · RPR83Moonjidp · RPR89Eagle DayRPR90KokaneeRPR90Commander Of Li…RPR89Pension PotRPR835. Highland Olly6. Oceans Five7. Influential8. Pulsar Star9. Moonjid3. Eagle Day1. Kokanee2. Commander Of Life4. Pension Pot
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Highland Olly must be watched for how much pressure the prominent quartet applies early - if they let him coast he becomes very dangerous
WATCH
Moonjid and Pulsar Star could clash for the same prominent position behind Highland Olly, creating interference for both
WATCH
Kokanee's 11-day turnaround needs monitoring - if he shows any signs of tiredness his hold-up style loses its main advantage
NOTE
Influential's 196-day layoff makes him the biggest unknown - watch for early sharpness as Varian horses often need runs
NOTE
The inside draw positions of Commander Of Life and Eagle Day give them tactical advantages as hold-up horses seeking clean runs
6:45 — £9 Racedays At Nottingham Racecourse Handicap
1m2f · Good · HCAP · 15 runners
Lead contested: In The Post v Star StartHISTORIC

How it ran

Boubyan led; the map had In The Post and Star Start in front.

Caph Star won at 7.50 — raced midfield, where the map had it was held up.

0 of 14 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 2
In The PostStar Start
Prominent · 3
Law SupremeKasganiJoseph
Midfield · 6
BearwithVolto Di MedusaBoubyanOnslow GardensBay Dream BelieverWicklow Way
Hold Up · 4
Dream PirateCaph StarWood WhispererShow Biz Kid
In The Post and Star Start will contest the early lead, with both confirmed front runners likely to ensure a solid gallop from the off. Joseph and Law Supreme should track them prominently, while the majority of this field are hold-up types who will need the pace to develop. The dual pace angle should create an honest tempo that will suit horses with tactical speed. This race shape strongly favours prominent racers and forward-going types who can position close enough to strike, as the large contingent of hold-up horses will struggle to find clear runs in the straight.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Trackers Strike
50% probability
If Joseph and Law Supreme track the leaders ideally and have clear runs
The solid pace will expose the pure hold-up horses while suiting those positioned in the first four or five. Law Supreme's recent winning form and Joseph's consistency make them prime beneficiaries of this likely scenario.
Law SupremeJosephStar StartIn The Post
B
Front Runner Survives
25% probability
If In The Post or Star Start avoid going too fast early and stay on strongly
A controlled early pace allows one of the leaders to maintain their advantage to the line. In The Post's course form on good ground gives him the edge over Star Start in a staying battle.
In The PostStar StartLaw SupremeJoseph
C
Hold-Up Horse Charge
15% probability
If the early pace is genuinely strong and the field spreads out in the straight
The leaders weaken significantly allowing the patient hold-up horses clear runs and momentum. Dream Pirate's class after a break or Show Biz Kid's ability could emerge in such circumstances.
Dream PirateShow Biz KidCaph StarBearwith
D
Chaos and Long Shot
10% probability
If there's significant interference or the pace collapses completely early
Unpredictable circumstances create opportunities for outsiders with tactical advantages. Bay Dream Believer's light weight or Wicklow Way's recent win could prove decisive in a messy finish.
Bay Dream BelieverWicklow WayOnslow GardensVolto Di Medusa

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHIn The Postp · RPR80Star StartRPR82Law Supremetp · RPR84KasganiRPR79Josephp · RPR80BearwithRPR82Volto Di Medusap · RPR82Boubyanp · RPR81Onslow GardensRPR82Bay Dream Belie…h · RPR80Wicklow WayRPR82Dream Pirateb · RPR81Caph Starht · RPR78Wood Whispererh · RPR82Show Biz Kidb · RPR864. In The Post3. Star Start1. Law Supreme5. Kasgani2. Joseph6. Bearwith7. Volto Di Medusa8. Boubyan9. Onslow Gardens10. Bay Dream Believer11. Wicklow Way12. Dream Pirate13. Caph Star14. Wood Whisperer15. Show Biz Kid
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Star Start and In The Post both go too fast early, setting up the race for closers despite the tactical analysis
WATCH
Law Supreme gets shuffled back from his ideal prominent position in the early stages
WATCH
Dream Pirate shows signs of needing the run after his long break when the pace quickens
NOTE
Joseph's ability to maintain his position tracking the leaders when they quicken
NOTE
The jockeys on the main hold-up horses panic and come too soon if the pace is only moderate
7:15 — Ladies Day 9th May Handicap (Div I)
1m½f · Good · HCAP · 10 runners
Back From Dubai likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Back From Dubai led, as the map showed.

Evelyn's Phoenix won at 7.50 — raced midfield, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Back From Dubai
Prominent · 3
Evelyn's PhoenixPenny GhentFreedom Bay
Midfield · 3
Molly MarineTilsworth MaxBizarre Law
Hold Up · 3
Fifty SentScepticAl Baahy
Back From Dubai looks the sole natural front-runner in this field and should get an uncontested lead, setting a sustainable pace without pressure from fellow prominent runners Evelyn's Phoenix, Freedom Bay, and Penny Ghent who are more likely to track. The majority hold-up horses including Sceptic, Al Baahy, Fifty Sent, Molly Marine, Bizarre Law, and Tilsworth Max will be bunched behind, creating a wall of horses needing room late. With one horse controlling the tempo and six hold-up horses needing late runs on the rail-heavy Nottingham straight, this race shape strongly favours front-runners and prominent racers who can secure good positions early.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Uncontested Front Runner Wins
45% probability
If Back From Dubai gets soft fractions and isn't pressured early
Back From Dubai controls the race throughout and kicks clear in the straight while the hold-up brigade gets tangled up behind. The sustainable pace allows the leader to have enough left for the finish while those coming from behind arrive too late.
Back From DubaiEvelyn's PhoenixFreedom BayPenny Ghent
B
Hold-Up Horse Surge
30% probability
If the pace becomes truly crawling and the field bunches up completely
The slow tempo allows the back markers to close the gap turning for home, creating a cavalry charge finish. Hold-up specialists with the best turn of foot can unleash telling kicks in the final two furlongs.
Al BaahyFifty SentScepticBizarre Law
C
Prominent Tracker Strikes
15% probability
If Back From Dubai sets steady fractions but weakens in the final furlong
The prominent horses tracking the leader inherit the race as the front-runner ties up and the hold-up horses can't make up enough ground. Early positioning proves decisive in a tactical finish.
Evelyn's PhoenixFreedom BayPenny GhentBack From Dubai
D
Traffic Chaos Finish
10% probability
If the hold-up horses get badly hampered and can't get clear runs
Poor positioning and traffic problems in the straight create an messy finish where luck trumps ability. The race becomes a lottery with horses getting first run having decisive advantages.
Tilsworth MaxMolly MarineBizarre LawSceptic

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHBack From DubaiRPR67Evelyn's Phoenixtp · RPR65Penny Ghentb · RPR66Freedom BayRPR62Molly Marineh · RPR63Tilsworth MaxRPR63Bizarre Lawp · RPR65Fifty Sentp · RPR66Scepticv · RPR68Al BaahyRPR651. Back From Dubai2. Evelyn's Phoenix4. Penny Ghent3. Freedom Bay5. Molly Marine6. Tilsworth Max7. Bizarre Law8. Fifty Sent9. Sceptic10. Al Baahy
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Back From Dubai jumping out too fast and setting unsustainable fractions that compromise his finish
WATCH
Traffic problems developing in straight as six hold-up horses all seek room simultaneously
WATCH
Evelyn's Phoenix showing signs of rustiness after 173-day layoff in crucial early stages
NOTE
Bizarre Law getting strong early position despite hold-up style with De Sousa in the saddle
NOTE
Whether Al Baahy can overcome 46-day break to reproduce recent winning form
7:45 — Ladies Day 9th May Handicap (Div II)
1m½f · Good · HCAP · 10 runners
James Park Woods likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Haaf A Diamond led; the map had James Park Woods in front.

Desiderata won at 5.50 — raced prominently, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
James Park Woods
Prominent · 0
None
Midfield · 6
DesiderataMooretown LadLaw DegreeUnited ForceHaaf A DiamondClipsham Noble
Hold Up · 3
CharenceyRayshamLove You More
James Park Woods is the sole confirmed front-runner and will dictate proceedings from the gate, setting what should be a sustainable gallop without early pressure. The entire field apart from James Park Woods shows hold-up tendencies, creating a tactical race where the pace-setter could steal a march if allowed easy fractions. This will become a waiting game behind James Park Woods until the home turn, when the hold-up brigade will need to produce their finishing kicks simultaneously. This race shape strongly favours the early leader James Park Woods and any hold-up horses with proven tactical speed who can overcome traffic problems.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Leader Gets Away
45% probability
If James Park Woods secures uncontested fractions and builds a decisive advantage turning for home.
The veteran will have too much rope and his recent Kempton win shows he retains enough ability to hold determined finishers. Hold-up horses face a wall of traffic in the straight as they all come with runs together.
James Park WoodsDesiderataClipsham NobleLaw Degree
B
Strong Closer Strikes
30% probability
If the pace proves too slow and one hold-up horse produces a devastating late surge.
James Park Woods will tie up in the final furlong after dictating terms, allowing the strongest stayer to power through. Desiderata's recent form and Havlin's booking suggests connections expect a big run.
DesiderataRayshamJames Park WoodsCharencey
C
Traffic Chaos Benefits
15% probability
If the large hold-up contingent creates serious interference problems in the home straight.
Several horses will find their runs blocked or delayed, gifting the race to those who secure clear runs or avoid the scrimmaging entirely. James Park Woods could benefit from the mayhem behind him.
James Park WoodsLove You MoreUnited ForceMooretown Lad
D
Outsider Ambush
10% probability
If the market leaders underperform and a lightly-raced improver strikes.
The long absence and handicap mark adjustments could see one of the less exposed runners outrun their odds significantly. Fresh horses often thrive in these competitive handicaps.
Clipsham NobleUnited ForceHaaf A DiamondMooretown Lad

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHJames Park WoodsRPR67DesiderataRPR66Mooretown LadRPR66Law Degreep · RPR71United ForceRPR62Haaf A Diamondp · RPR64Clipsham Noblep · RPR67Charenceyt · RPR67RayshamRPR66Love You Moreh · RPR661. James Park Woods2. Desiderata5. Mooretown Lad4. Law Degree6. United Force7. Haaf A Diamond3. Clipsham Noble8. Charencey9. Raysham10. Love You More
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
James Park Woods must be monitored for early pace - if he secures soft fractions he becomes extremely dangerous
WATCH
Traffic problems are inevitable with nine hold-up horses converging simultaneously in the home straight
WATCH
Desiderata's market support despite 24-day break suggests stable intelligence of a big performance
NOTE
First-time headgear on Charencey and Haaf A Diamond could spark improvement but both face fitness concerns
NOTE
The 5lb and 3lb claiming jockeys on Clipsham Noble and Raysham respectively provide significant weight advantages

About this analysis

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 18 April 2026.

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Nottingham pace map, 18 April 2026 — PaceMap