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1:13 — Changing Young Lives At Jamie's Farm Fillies' Juvenile Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)
2m · Good · HCAP · 9 runners
Lead contested: Made U Blush v Love SonnetFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

La Luna Artista and Cloaks Of Gold led; the map had Made U Blush and Love Sonnet in front.

Queen Maeve won at 21.00 — was held up, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 2
Made U BlushLove Sonnet
Prominent · 4
La Luna ArtistaCloaks Of GoldOnly One BlueThe Procrastinator
Midfield · 3
Queen MaeveSioraiWhitletts
Hold Up · 0
None
Made U Blush and Love Sonnet will contest the early lead, with Made U Blush's front-running style likely to dominate given Harry Skelton's aggressive approach. The prominent brigade of La Luna Artista, Only One Blue, The Procrastinator, and Queen Maeve will create congestion behind the leaders, setting up tactical complications approaching the business end. This honest gallop from the front two will stretch the field, but the real danger comes from the prominent runners getting first run on the leaders before any hold-up horses can get involved. This race shape strongly favours the prominent runners who can track the pace and strike early, as they'll have positioning advantage over those further back when the race develops.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Runners Strike
45% probability
If the prominent pack gets first run on the fading leaders turning for home
La Luna Artista, Only One Blue and Cloaks Of Gold will have perfect positioning to exploit any weakening from Made U Blush and Love Sonnet. The class edge of La Luna Artista combined with Only One Blue's proven course form makes them ideally placed.
La Luna ArtistaOnly One BlueCloaks Of GoldThe Procrastinator
B
Front Pair Dominate
30% probability
If Made U Blush and Love Sonnet maintain their duel to the line
Harry Skelton's tactical nous on Made U Blush will prove decisive as she handles the sustained pace better than Love Sonnet. The Listed winner's class advantage over this handicap field comes to the fore.
Made U BlushLove SonnetLa Luna ArtistaCloaks Of Gold
C
Tactical Improver Strikes
15% probability
If the early pace proves too strong and creates opportunities for those held up
Siorai's tendency to take a strong hold actually helps her close strongly as others tire from the honest gallop. Queen Maeve's big handicapping debut for Dan Skelton could catch the field napping.
SioraiQueen MaeveLa Luna ArtistaOnly One Blue
D
Complete Pace Collapse
10% probability
If both leaders tire dramatically and the race falls apart
The entire prominent pack will be compromised by following the collapsing pace, leaving The Procrastinator to benefit from any tactical chaos. Whitletts could sneak into contention despite her maiden status.
The ProcrastinatorWhitlettsSioraiCloaks Of Gold

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHMade U BlushRPR117Love SonnetRPR116La Luna ArtistaRPR116Cloaks Of Goldt · RPR116Only One Bluep · RPR121The Procrastina…RPR114Queen MaeveRPR110Sioraiht · RPR122Whitlettsh · RPR1085. Made U Blush6. Love Sonnet1. La Luna Artista3. Cloaks Of Gold2. Only One Blue4. The Procrastinator7. Queen Maeve8. Siorai9. Whitletts
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Made U Blush and Love Sonnet must be monitored early - if either gets an uncontested lead the race dynamic changes completely
WATCH
The prominent pack of La Luna Artista, Only One Blue, The Procrastinator and Queen Maeve creating traffic problems turning for home
NOTE
Siorai's early position given her tendency to pull hard - if settled further back than usual she becomes more dangerous
WATCH
Only One Blue and Cloaks Of Gold both representing Max Comley yard with 0/6 recent record - stable confidence key
NOTE
Harry Skelton choosing Made U Blush over stablemate Queen Maeve signals clear stable preference
1:45 — bet365 Novices' Championship Final Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)
2m · Good · HCAP · 19 runners
4 vying for the leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Race To Base and Kocktail Bleu and Minella Yoga and Last Round led, as the map showed.

Cosmic Connection won at 7.00 — raced midfield, where the map had it led. One of the race scenarios named it.

8 of 15 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 4
Cosmic ConnectionKocktail BleuDesertmore NewsLast Round
Prominent · 7
Minella YogaKadastralTalakanRace To BaseBespoke TailorLegal WeaponLove You Back
Midfield · 2
Stanners GlenSecret Sniper
Hold Up · 6
WilstarNext TwistKapitein KoolDutch CornerAmbiente FriendlyWay Of Stars
Kocktail Bleu, Cosmic Connection, and Desertmore News will all want to go forward early, creating a strong gallop from the start in this 19-runner handicap. The pace should be genuinely testing throughout, particularly with Last Round also likely to track close. This sustained tempo will set up the race perfectly for the hold-up horses who can stay the trip. The strong early gallop favours horses with proven stamina who can quicken late from off the pace.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-up horses dominate
55% probability
If the front-runners maintain a strong gallop and tire in the final half-mile
The strong pace will string out the field and allow patient riders to pick off tiring leaders. Horses like Kapitein Kool, Wilstar, and Dutch Corner are perfectly positioned to benefit from this likely scenario.
Kapitein KoolWilstarDutch CornerSecret Sniper
B
Prominent tracker prevails
25% probability
If one of the prominent runners can get the perfect trip just behind the leaders
A horse like Minella Yoga or Kadastral could track the pace without doing too much early work. They can then strike at the optimal moment when the leaders weaken but before the hold-up horses arrive.
Minella YogaKadastralBespoke TailorRace To Base
C
Pace collapses early
12% probability
If the multiple front-runners go too fast and come back to the field quickly
The strong pace becomes unsustainable and allows a midfield horse to capitalize. This scenario particularly suits horses who can adapt their position and have tactical speed.
TalakanLegal WeaponWay Of StarsLove You Back
D
Wire-to-wire winner
8% probability
If one of the leaders can dictate on their own terms without serious pressure
A smart front-runner like Cosmic Connection could potentially steal a march by setting more reasonable fractions. However, with multiple pace pressers, this seems the least likely outcome given the competitive nature.
Cosmic ConnectionKocktail BleuLast RoundDesertmore News

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHCosmic Connecti…RPR133Kocktail BleuRPR132Desertmore NewsRPR128Last RoundRPR121Minella YogaRPR133KadastralRPR128TalakanRPR125Race To Baset · RPR131Bespoke Tailort · RPR130Legal Weapont · RPR126Love You BackRPR127Stanners Glent · RPR127Secret SniperRPR133Wilstart · RPR127Next Twisth · RPR132Kapitein KoolRPR131Dutch Cornerht · RPR127Ambiente Friend…h · RPR125Way Of Starsh · RPR1325. Cosmic Connection6. Kocktail Bleu7. Desertmore News8. Last Round9. Minella Yoga10. Kadastral11. Talakan12. Race To Base13. Bespoke Tailor14. Legal Weapon15. Love You Back16. Stanners Glen4. Secret Sniper2. Wilstar17. Next Twist1. Kapitein Kool3. Dutch Corner18. Ambiente Friendly19. Way Of Stars
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Cosmic Connection and Kocktail Bleu could go too fast early if they clash for the lead from the start
WATCH
Minella Yoga has tactical pace to sit closer than usual if Paul Nicholls wants to take advantage of the strong gallop
NOTE
Dutch Corner wears tongue-tie for first time which could help him settle better in the early stages
WATCH
Several horses had wind operations recently including Bespoke Tailor and Race To Base whose breathing improvements are untested
NOTE
Kapitein Kool disappointed on handicap debut but the return to a truly-run race could see him bounce back to novice form
2:20 — bet365 Oaksey Chase (Grade 2) (For The Menorah Challenge Trophy) (GBB Race)
2m6½f · Good · G2 · 7 runners
Lead contested: Matterhorn v Mahons GloryHISTORIC

How it ran

Doyen Quest and Matterhorn led, as the map showed.

Doyen Quest won at 3.75 — led, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 2
MatterhornMahons Glory
Prominent · 1
Ventura Highway
Midfield · 2
Doyen QuestTeddy Blue
Hold Up · 2
Blow Your WadEtalon
Matterhorn and Mahons Glory will contest the early lead, with Matterhorn likely to go forward more aggressively given his recent front-running win at Uttoxeter and Cobden's positive tactics. Mahons Glory made all at Huntingdon but may settle just behind if pressured. The pace should be honest but not excessive with just two confirmed leaders, allowing the race to develop into a proper staying test over the final mile. This setup clearly favours the hold-up horses who can pick up the pieces late, particularly those with proven finishing kicks.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-Up Horses Dominate
55% probability
If the two leaders set a steady pace and kick clear turning in
The patient hold-up specialists get the perfect setup to unleash late runs, with Matterhorn and Mahons Glory softening each other up. Blow Your Wad, Etalon, and Doyen Quest all have the class and finishing ability to capitalise.
Blow Your WadEtalonDoyen QuestTeddy Blue
B
Front Runner Survives
25% probability
If Matterhorn gets an uncontested lead and controls the tempo
The Paul Nicholls runner can dictate terms like at Uttoxeter, with Cobden timing the kick perfectly to hold off late challengers. His 5-11 chase record shows he knows how to win when getting his own way.
MatterhornMahons GloryBlow Your WadDoyen Quest
C
Prominent Runner Strikes
12% probability
If Ventura Highway shows improved form and tracks the leaders closely
The former French-trained runner could benefit from being closest to the pace if the hold-up horses leave it too late. His Auteuil win shows he has ability, and the long absence might have freshened him up.
Ventura HighwayMatterhornMahons GloryEtalon
D
Pace Collapse Chaos
8% probability
If both leaders go too fast early and tie up dramatically
The race becomes a war of attrition where any finisher can pick up the pieces, potentially suiting the less-fancied runners who get into contention. Form gets thrown out the window in a muddling finish.
Teddy BlueDoyen QuestVentura HighwayEtalon

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHMatterhornt · RPR162Mahons GloryRPR156Ventura Highwayp · RPR138Doyen QuestRPR158Teddy Bluetb · RPR146Blow Your Wadtp · RPR163Etalontp · RPR1615. Matterhorn6. Mahons Glory7. Ventura Highway3. Doyen Quest4. Teddy Blue1. Blow Your Wad2. Etalon
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Matterhorn getting an uncontested lead could be race over if Cobden times the kick right
WATCH
Mahons Glory jumping left under pressure as he did at Huntingdon when making all
NOTE
Etalon looking ring rusty after 63 days off despite Dan Skelton's excellent strike rate
WATCH
Blow Your Wad being held up too far back given his proven finishing kick from closer positions
NOTE
Ventura Highway showing any early spark after the long layoff to suggest French ability remains
2:55 — bet365 Celebration Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race)
1m7½f · Good · G1 · 7 runners
Thistle Ask to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Thistle Ask led, as the map showed.

Edwardstone won at 12.00 — raced midfield, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Thistle Ask
Prominent · 3
SolnessJonbonJPR One
Midfield · 1
Mirabad
Hold Up · 2
EdwardstoneBrookie
Thistle Ask will set the tempo from the front, with Solness likely to press or track closely given his own front-running tendencies. The prominently-raced Jonbon, JPR One, Solness, and Mirabad will form the main body, while Edwardstone and Brookie are expected to be held up. With only one confirmed leader in Thistle Ask and no other strong pace angles, this sets up as a moderate gallop that will quicken from the second-last fence. This pace scenario strongly favours the prominent racers and hold-up horses who can unleash finishing kicks, while potentially stretching the stamina of the lone leader.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Sustained Gallop Favours Closers
45% probability
If Thistle Ask maintains a strong gallop throughout and Solness tracks him closely
The honest pace will set up perfectly for Jonbon and Edwardstone to produce their characteristic finishing bursts from off the speed. Both have the class and tactical speed to benefit when the race becomes a sprint from the last fence.
JonbonEdwardstoneMirabadJPR One
B
Front Pair Dominate
30% probability
If Thistle Ask and Solness break clear turning for home and maintain their advantage
The front two will have stolen a march on the field, with Thistle Ask's recent excellent form and Solness's Grade 1 winning ability proving decisive. The closers will struggle to make up the ground in the short Sandown straight.
SolnessThistle AskJPR OneJonbon
C
Tactical Speed Wins
15% probability
If the pace becomes stop-start with Solness and Thistle Ask going too slowly early
The race will become a tactical affair that erupts into a sprint, suiting horses with sharp acceleration. Mirabad's recent Grade 1 success and JPR One's proven ability at this trip will be key assets in a dash to the line.
MirabadJPR OneJonbonSolness
D
Pace Collapse Benefits Veteran
10% probability
If Thistle Ask goes too fast early and the pace collapses after the second-last
Edwardstone's experience and hold-up style will prove crucial as fresher horses tire in front of him. His ability to stay on strongly when others weaken could see him pick up the pieces at a big price.
EdwardstoneBrookieThistle AskJonbon

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHThistle Askht · RPR169Solnesstp · RPR174Jonbonp · RPR173JPR Onetp · RPR168Mirabadt · RPR162EdwardstoneRPR162Brookiet · RPR1525. Thistle Ask6. Solness1. Jonbon4. JPR One3. Mirabad2. Edwardstone7. Brookie
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Thistle Ask's fitness after 98 days off could see him fold quickly if pressed early by Solness
WATCH
Jonbon's jumping under pressure given his prominent style and need to be competitive from an early stage
NOTE
Solness's tactical approach in the early stages will determine if he tracks Thistle Ask or attempts to lead
WATCH
Edwardstone's positioning turning for home as he needs to be close enough to unleash his finishing effort
NOTE
Mirabad's early confidence levels given his dramatic odds defying success last time needs backing up
3:30 — bet365 Gold Cup Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)
3m4½f · Good · HCAP · 14 runners
Livin On Luco to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Ask Brewster led; the map had Livin On Luco in front.

Havaila won at 6.00 — was held up, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Livin On Luco
Prominent · 4
Rock My WayRoad To HomeOur PowerIn d'Or
Midfield · 5
HavailaAsk BrewsterMontregardGabbys CrossInvincible Nao
Hold Up · 4
Resplendent GreyHenry's FriendTransmissionCertainly Red
Livin On Luco will control this from the front with no other confirmed pace-setters willing to challenge his lead, creating a sustainable gallop that builds gradually. The prominent racers Rock My Way, Road To Home, Our Power and In d'Or will likely track within 3-4 lengths but won't apply early pressure. Over this stamina-sapping 3m4½f trip on good ground, the lack of pace pressure means the race will develop into a staying test where those who can quicken off the steady tempo will thrive. This tactical setup clearly favours hold-up horses who can unleash a sustained finish, as the moderate early pace will leave plenty in reserve for the closing stages.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-Up Horses Dominate
55% probability
If the early pace remains steady with Livin On Luco unopposed in front.
The patient tactics allow hold-up specialists to conserve energy before unleashing their finishing kicks, with the good ground helping their acceleration. Multiple closers will have every chance to time their runs perfectly off the moderate gallop.
Resplendent GreyTransmissionMontregardHenry's Friend
B
Front End Collapse
25% probability
If Livin On Luco sets too strong a pace or the prominent trackers apply unexpected pressure.
The early tempo becomes unsustainable, causing the leaders and prominent racers to weaken dramatically in the final mile. This opens the door for the most patient hold-up horses who have conserved maximum energy.
HavailaAsk BrewsterCertainly RedInvincible Nao
C
Prominent Racers Strike
12% probability
If Rock My Way or Road To Home can track the leader perfectly and kick approaching the final fence.
These prominent racers get the ideal trip behind the steady pace and have enough left to outstay the hold-up horses. Their tactical positioning proves superior to both the tired leader and the horses coming from too far back.
Rock My WayRoad To HomeIn d'OrOur Power
D
Sustainable Pace Holds
8% probability
If Livin On Luco maintains his rhythm and the field fails to mount a serious challenge.
The front-runner's controlled tempo never cracks and he proves too strong when the closers finally make their moves. His fitness and tactical advantage from making his own running throughout becomes decisive.
Livin On LucoHenry's FriendGabbys CrossRock My Way

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHLivin On Lucob · RPR156Rock My Waytb · RPR161Road To HomeRPR157Our Powerb · RPR155In d'OrRPR159HavailaRPR159Ask BrewsterRPR156Montregardv · RPR162Gabbys Crossp · RPR156Invincible Naoh · RPR152Resplendent Greyp · RPR156Henry's Friendtp · RPR158Transmissionv · RPR158Certainly Redp · RPR1545. Livin On Luco6. Rock My Way7. Road To Home8. Our Power9. In d'Or10. Havaila11. Ask Brewster3. Montregard12. Gabbys Cross13. Invincible Nao1. Resplendent Grey4. Henry's Friend2. Transmission14. Certainly Red
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Livin On Luco could set too strong a pace early and compromise his stamina reserves for the final mile climb
WATCH
Our Power and Road To Home both carry fitness concerns after 100-day and Scottish National withdrawal respectively
WATCH
Rock My Way could get caught in traffic if the pace collapses and multiple hold-up horses come with late runs
NOTE
Havaila's recent purple patch and quick 19-day turnaround could make him the most progressive horse in the field
NOTE
Ask Brewster's 7lb amateur allowance gives him a significant weight advantage in this competitive handicap
4:02 — bet365 Select Hurdle (Grade 2) (GBB Race)
2m5½f · Good · G2 · 6 runners
Rubaud to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Jingko Blue led; the map had Rubaud in front.

Jingko Blue won at 1.83 — led, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Rubaud
Prominent · 2
Jingko BlueLucky Place
Midfield · 1
French Ship
Hold Up · 2
Kabral Du MathanAltobelli
Rubaud will take the field along from the front with no pressure, setting a comfortable rhythm over this extended 2m5½f trip. The prominently-raced trio of Jingko Blue, Lucky Place and French Ship will sit in behind the leader, while hold-up horses Kabral Du Mathan and Altobelli will be positioned towards the rear. With only one confirmed front-runner and a moderate gallop likely, this race shape strongly favours the hold-up horses who can unleash late finishing kicks, particularly Kabral Du Mathan who has thrived when allowed to come from behind.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Hold-up horses dominate
65% probability
If Rubaud sets an undemanding pace and the race becomes tactical
The prominent runners will be left flat-footed when the hold-up horses unleash their finishing kicks in the final half-mile. Kabral Du Mathan and Altobelli will have too much late pace for the early positioned horses.
Kabral Du MathanAltobelliLucky PlaceJingko Blue
B
Prominent runner stays on
20% probability
If the early pace is steady but one prominent horse finds extra
Jingko Blue or Lucky Place could time their effort perfectly from their tracking positions behind Rubaud. Their class tells in a sustained drive from two furlongs out.
Jingko BlueLucky PlaceKabral Du MathanFrench Ship
C
Rubaud leads throughout
10% probability
If Rubaud's stamina and tactical advantage proves decisive at this longer trip
The Paul Nicholls-trained leader capitalizes on the lack of early pace pressure to dictate terms throughout. His front-running style could be hard to peg back if he finds extra at this extended distance.
RubaudJingko BlueKabral Du MathanLucky Place
D
French Ship bounces back
5% probability
If French Ship rediscovers his autumn form when relaxing off the pace
The Philip Hobbs runner sheds his recent poor efforts and produces the form that won at Cheltenham and Newbury. His prominent style allows him to strike at the right moment.
French ShipKabral Du MathanLucky PlaceAltobelli

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHRubaudRPR154Jingko BlueRPR160Lucky PlaceRPR155French ShipRPR158Kabral Du Mathant · RPR162Altobellitp · RPR1575. Rubaud4. Jingko Blue3. Lucky Place6. French Ship1. Kabral Du Mathan2. Altobelli
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Kabral Du Mathan could have too much finishing speed if Rubaud sets a pedestrian pace from the front
WATCH
Jingko Blue's prominent position behind the leader could leave him vulnerable to late closers in a slowly-run race
WATCH
Lucky Place may struggle to quicken from his prominent position if the pace becomes tactical
NOTE
French Ship needs to travel kindly in behind to suggest his form revival is genuine
NOTE
Altobelli's finishing kick after his long break will indicate whether he can compete at this level fresh
4:40 — bet365 Josh Gifford Novices' Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
2m4f · Good · HCAP · 5 runners
Go West to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Go West led, as the map showed.

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

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Go West
Prominent · 2
MillforceCalimystic
Midfield · 1
Kahavari
Hold Up · 1
Palamon
Go West will control proceedings from the front with his confirmed leading tendencies, likely unopposed in a small field where Calimystic, Millforce and Kahavari all prefer prominent positions but won't challenge for the early lead. The Paul Nicholls-trained leader should dictate a steady, sustainable pace without pressure, creating ideal conditions for his front-running style. With only hold-up specialist Palamon racing from behind, this race strongly favours front runners and prominent racers who can track the pace and challenge late without needing to make up significant ground.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Uncontested Front Runner Dominates
45% probability
If Go West jumps cleanly and maintains his rhythm from the front.
The 8-year-old can exploit his tactical advantage with no genuine pace pressure, building an insurmountable lead over the final fences. His class edge (OR 139) combined with perfect tactical positioning proves decisive in a race run to suit.
Go WestMillforceCalimysticKahavari
B
Prominent Tracker Strikes Late
30% probability
If one of the prominent runners can match Go West's pace and outfinish him.
Calimystic or Millforce can sit in Go West's slipstream before unleashing a telling challenge, with their fresher finishing kick overcoming the leader's tactical advantage. The pace scenario still favours these prominent types over the hold-up horses.
CalimysticMillforceGo WestKahavari
C
Hold-Up Horse Defies Shape
15% probability
If the pace becomes genuinely strong or Go West fades dramatically after his long absence.
Palamon can exploit a collapse up front, with his proven stamina and Dan Skelton's 12/36 recent form helping him pick up the pieces. However, this requires the race to fall apart ahead of him, which seems unlikely given the small field.
PalamonKahavariGo WestCalimystic
D
Complete Outsider Victory
10% probability
If multiple favourites underperform or jumping errors eliminate the leaders.
Kahavari finally breaks his chase duck in a race where the main fancies fail to deliver, exploiting his tongue-tie advantage and recent consistent placing record. This scenario requires multiple things to go wrong for the market leaders.
KahavariPalamonMillforceCalimystic

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHGo WestRPR141Millforcep · RPR138CalimysticRPR141Kahavarit · RPR141Palamont · RPR1421. Go West2. Millforce3. Calimystic4. Kahavari5. Palamon
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Go West's jumping accuracy after his poor display at Kempton where he didn't jump well enough and was well beaten.
WATCH
Calimystic's handling of good ground having been recently withdrawn when conditions were deemed unsuitable for him.
WATCH
Millforce's adaptation to new trainer Henry Oliver following his pulled-up effort on stable debut at Haydock.
NOTE
Palamon's ability to get into contention from his hold-up style if the pace becomes genuinely searching early on.
NOTE
Kahavari breaking his chase duck after 13 winless attempts despite consistent recent placing efforts with tongue-tie fitted.
5:15 — bet365 Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)
2m4f · Good · HCAP · 16 runners
Joltin N Jiving to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Fasol led; the map had Joltin N Jiving in front.

No Ordinary Joe won at 15.00 — was held up, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1
Joltin N Jiving
Prominent · 6
DargianniniTrustintimesAuthorised SpeedLucky ManifestNo Ordinary JoeGnomon
Midfield · 4
FasolAcross EarthRoyal WaySurrey Lord
Hold Up · 5
Favour And FortuneAurigny MillListentoyourheartLast KingdomTour Ovalie
With Joltin N Jiving withdrawn, the early pace will be set by the prominent racers Authorised Speed, Dargiannini, Royal Way, Fasol, Trustintimes, Gnomon, No Ordinary Joe, Lucky Manifest, and Across Earth - creating a crowded and competitive early gallop. This congested front group will likely produce a solid but not breakneck tempo over the first circuit, with multiple horses vying for position. The hold-up brigade including Favour And Fortune, Surrey Lord, Listentoyourheart, Tour Ovalie, Aurigny Mill, and Last Kingdom will have plenty of cover but may struggle to find clear racing room in the straight with 16 runners. This race shape strongly favours prominent racers who can secure good positions early and avoid traffic problems, while the pure hold-up horses face a significant tactical disadvantage.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

A
Prominent Racers Dominate
45% probability
If the large group of prominent racers maintain strong positions without excessive early pace.
The leaders will string out naturally over 2m4f, allowing the best prominent racers to dictate from ideal positions while hold-up horses get trapped behind the wall of runners. Royal Way, Gnomon, and Across Earth are perfectly positioned to exploit this scenario from their forward berths.
Royal WayGnomonAcross EarthFasol
B
Hold-Up Hero Strikes
30% probability
If the pace collapses or the prominent group goes too fast early and comes back dramatically.
The race becomes a sprint finish where patient tactics pay off, allowing the best hold-up horses with tactical speed to weave through and strike late. Favour And Fortune and Listentoyourheart have the class to capitalize when getting the right scenario.
Favour And FortuneListentoyourheartSurrey LordTour Ovalie
C
Pace Battle Unfolds
15% probability
If multiple prominent racers engage in a pace duel that sets up the race for closers.
The early battle between Authorised Speed, Fasol, and others will create the perfect setup for horses held up with one run, particularly those with proven finishing kicks. Lucky Manifest and Aurigny Mill can benefit from this aggressive early tempo despite wide draws.
Lucky ManifestAurigny MillLast KingdomTour Ovalie
D
Chaos and Traffic Issues
10% probability
If the large field creates significant interference and racing room becomes scarce in the straight.
Multiple fallers or severe traffic problems will benefit only the horses who secure clear runs, likely those who commit to forward positions early or get extreme luck in running. Trustintimes and No Ordinary Joe have the experience to navigate trouble.
TrustintimesNo Ordinary JoeRoyal WayAcross Earth

Race position map

STARTMID-RACE3 OUTFINISHJoltin N Jivingt · RPR143Dargianninit · RPR142TrustintimesRPR146Authorised SpeedRPR-Lucky Manifestt · RPR146No Ordinary Joetv · RPR144GnomonRPR143Fasoltp · RPR148Across EarthRPR145Royal Wayp · RPR144Surrey LordRPR145Favour And Fort…RPR144Aurigny Millp · RPR145Listentoyourhea…RPR143Last Kingdomp · RPR141Tour OvalieRPR1455. Joltin N Jiving6. Dargiannini7. Trustintimes8. Authorised Speed9. Lucky Manifest10. No Ordinary Joe2. Gnomon4. Fasol3. Across Earth1. Royal Way11. Surrey Lord12. Favour And Fortune13. Aurigny Mill14. Listentoyourheart15. Last Kingdom16. Tour Ovalie
LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY
Royal Way and Gnomon could dominate if securing ideal prominent positions early without pressure
WATCH
Favour And Fortune may struggle to find racing room despite class advantage in this large field
NOTE
Trustintimes stepping up significantly in trip after failing over 2m4f at Aintree last time
WATCH
Multiple prominent racers could create early pace battle that sets up hold-up horses unexpectedly
NOTE
Authorised Speed returning after nearly two years off but has strong course record to draw upon

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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 25 April 2026.

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Sandown pace map, 25 April 2026 — PaceMap