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- Facile winner over course and distance on just his second start back, IVOIRE DU CEDRE (2) had previously shown a liking for these conditions and will take all the beating. ILLUSIVE GLORY (4) trotted 3rd here late-March, and barefoot again, can turn the tables on HOMMAGE LUDOIS (5) who had her measure at Laval ten days ago.
- Nicely-engaged at the limit of earnings, the promising KRONOS (15) has a harness freshener under his belt following the layoff, is barefoot for his first objective of the new season, and can keep his unbeaten monte record intact. The tricky KAP ORNE (14) imposed over course and distance on 21 March, has had time to recuperate, and is not out of the running for the double. Third to him on his lone appearance under the saddle, KENYAN BLUES (7) races barefoot for the occasion and will be no pushover. KIARA D'ECOTAY (5) opened her monte account with ease last time under the saddle and barefoot again, will be no shrinking violet if applied.
- Winner on turf last time out, beating a horse who subsequently went on to run well at Vincennes, LEOPOLD DU CLOS (9) is fitted with front pads for the first time and can confirm. Jean-Yann Ricart will still be keeping a keen eye on promising debutant, LOVER STRYCK (4), who will be ridden by Francois Lagadeuc. LOUXOR DE JOUB (8) produced a solid effort here late last month and can again make the frame. Although yet to impress, LOOK DE LA COTE (7) sports 4 pads for the occasion, with Mathieu Mottier in the irons, and is not to be underestimated.
- LOOK DE VEGA (3) could hardly have been more impressive when running out a wide-margin winner on debut last year. BELIEVER (4), who finished 2nd on that occasion, franked the form of that race by winning on his reappearance and his superior fitness should stand him in good stead. A bigger threat, however, could come from fellow first-start scorer HAMAVI (5) whose winning debut on this course is an advantage. COLOMBUS (2) isn't without a chance either after an encouraging comeback performance at Chantilly which would have benefitted him no end.
- Last season's Group I Prix Vermeille runner-up MELO MELO (3) makes her belated reappearance after an absence of more than 7 months but is head and shoulders clear of these rivals on official ratings, so is good value to make a winning comeback in this Listed event. Both SALTWELL (2), who has already proven her efficiency/competitiveness on soft ground, and DCHINGIS STAR (1), who got the better of that rival in a Deauville meeting last year, are those most likely to pick up the pieces should the selection fluff her lines.
- GALA REAL (5) was an authoritative winner on heavy ground at Saint-Cloud on her reappearance, so it could pay to follow her progress. Any rain or a rain-affected track wouldn't hold any fears for her either. AVENTURE (6), who followed up her debut win with a creditable 2nd in the Group III Prix des Reservoirs, is an exciting prospect and isn't incapable of fighting for victory with improvement expected on her reappearance. SOME SKYE (2), having finished 2nd in all 3 starts, is a maiden but could make her presence felt, along with last-start winner SIYANDRA (1).
- MELBORA (9) performed well and kept good company as a three-year-old, so is probably a lot better than her recent form suggests. With references on this track and over this distance which isn't likely to hold any fears, it could pay to side with her at generous odds. GOLDYWAY DE SAON (8), after a much-needed comeback outing, is capable of improving to fight for victory under Stephane Pasquier, Both SAANEN (15), a winner last time out, and ALVALDI (12), whose handicap debut is best forgotten, are also capable of making their presence felt. STYLE D'EMIRS (13) and PANGAEA (10) complete the shortlist.
- ALMALY (2) didn't go unnoticed on debut at Chantilly as she would probably have achieved a better finishing position had she found clear running room in the latter stages. She is obviously better than that 5th suggests and is likely to have improved with the benefit of that experience, so she could be worth siding with here ahead of BASSETT BELLE (1), who stayed on well to finish an improved 4th over a shorter distance on her reappearance and should apreciate the step up to this trip. WITH STARS (6), with full blinkers fitted for the first time, and ALYAQUT (4), who caught the eye with an encouraging debut 5th, complete the shortlist.
- GALASHIELS (4) was a good winner of the Listed Prix Lord Seymour over this course and distance last time, beating GOLIATH (1) by 2 lengths, and is good value to confirm his superiority in this Group III event. SHAKTI (6) has won three of four outings, including on her reappearance last time, and has already proven herself on rain-softened ground so ought to be competitive for the leading positions. TRABUCO (3) steps up in class after a hat-trick of Quinte victories but shouldn't be underestimated either.
- Competitive Class 1 handicap in which a speculative vote is given to AZKA (4), who particularly enjoys ParisLongchamp and reverts to the handicaps after two creditable performances in Listed races. MAGELLAN (9), whose competitiveness at this level is undeniable, represents a formidable jockey-trainer combination and is likely to fight for victory, as is PARTENIT (3) judging by the strength and the consistency of his recent form. Last-start winner RUSSIPANT FAL (1) ought to remain competitive under top weight, while the chances of SACRED SPIRIT (8) shouldn't be underestimated either.
- Well-bred Dubawi filly SOLITE (8), who is out of champion Plumania, makes her eagerly anticipated reappearance having caught the eye on debut last year and, with improvement expected on her return, it should pay to follow her progress. VILLA CASTELLO (2) didn't perform as was probably expected in her introduction but she would only have benefitted from that experience, so can pose a threat. She did, however, finish behind ZERAFA (1) that day, which makes the dangerous to discount. STRASSIA (5) is closely matched on that form so could get into the picture too.
- NO BARRIER (2) and MISS WHITE SOCKS (1) are consistent performers who seem well on their way to making a mark in the handicaps and could find themselves fighting for victory. GUITRY (3), whose latest outing in a competitive fillies' handicap is better than it reads, and PETIT CHOSE (8), who represents the formidable Jerome Reynier outfit, are also candidates for success.
- COUPE D'EUROPE (3) and ES XARCU (4) are, as the joint top-rated runners in the race, ideally engaged under the conditions so should find themselves fighting for victory. Improving GRAND ANGEL (2), who was only narrowly beaten on her handicap debut on this track recently, and consistent RUBY IN THE ROCKS (5), with the benefit of her rider's 1,5kg allowance, are also capable of posing a threat.
- MACHINOS (3) could be the answer after running in Graded races in Italy he was a fair fifth at Angers last time and he can score from likely main threat CABOT CLIFFS (2) who has also been racing abroad in Germany with success on the flat and over hurdles and fences. CATS'AGILITY (7) looks like the one to pick up minor honours. GENTEEL STAR (5) heads the remainder.
- ZAKY (4) has solid form of late, he won at Dieppe in August and ran well when third in a Class 2 chase and more recently fifth in a Grade 3 chase at Auteuil. He should be too smart for these. RATE (5) is a threat having faired well when second last time in mid-April over hurdles, which came after three second-placed runs over fences. GIPSY DE CHOISEL (3) looks like the one to go with from an each-way perspective. CHOUAN (2) makes up the shortlist.
- Although only a narrow winner at Saint-Cloud in early April last time NICASTRO (2) has strong claims for following up on that success despite a weight rise. His main threat could be BELHAD JELOIS (6) who was back in fifth in that race and has almost six lengths to find. WALDLADY (5) ran well when finishing second last time in late April and is one to pay attention to.
- CALADBOLG (1) has been placed on both of his runs so far and has solid claims to get off the mark. His main threat has to be OLYMPIC FLAMBEE (7) who has a taking profile and is from a strong stable that can ready a newcomer. MYTHENA (10) also looks good on paper and this Siyouni filly warrants respect. MARHARRY (3) looks best of the remainder.
- KENOR (9) Keeps running second but should get it all right soon. He is overdue for the next victory and today looks to be the day. AZADORE (13) has been in some competitive Handicaps and can get much closer now. A must for all bets. RED SUGAR (14) is taking time to win the maiden but is earning along the way. Strong place chance. MITARC BEL (11) comes into the race fresh off a victory and could follow up.
- FEARLESS (8) ran well when last seen at Strasbourg on April 22nd and can play a lead role in this event. ANALEON (7) will make him work hard for success and has been consistently placed of late. He is overdue for another win. MOONFLIGHT (3) is one to include in all of the place bet permutations. JUWEL (1) did well when a pleasing third last time at Moulins in a maiden and can not be ruled out of proceedings.
By Mark Nunan - Fozzy Stack has made a bright start to the season and may get another winner on the board with KATIE BAIRDIE. The well bred daughter of No Nay Never travelled well on the front end for a long way before finishing third over 7f at Cork and may be suited by dropping back in trip. She handled heavy ground well on that seasonal reappearance. Oh So Bright hasn't been beaten far in two all-weather outings this year and this will be her first time to race on turf. Having shown a tendency to race freely, the fitting of a hood may help. Andy Oliver has a good record at this venue and Marble Angel, who showed promise at Dundalk in December, looks the pick of his two runners.
By Mark Nunan - GOLDRUSH KID met with a setback after finishing fifth in a Curragh maiden this time last year. Patrick Magee's charge reappeared in the autumn and again shaped well when runner-up on soft ground at Navan. Underfoot conditions will be similar here. Spanish Cara was third to a subsequent Group 1 winner on her only start at two and came back from a year off to finish second on stable debut at Dundalk. She looks a big threat with that run under her belt. Thrifty Of Digby was a creditable fifth in a back-end Curragh maiden on soft ground and Colin Keane is an interesting booking for Her Ladyship who ran well in a strong maiden at Cork last summer.%0A
By Mark Nunan - REDSHORE CITY made the breakthrough on his third start for Natalia Lupini when getting up close home to land a 27-runner handicap at the Curragh. He's 6lb higher but soft ground will be no problem and he was narrowly beaten in a course and distance contest last summer. Conversant had a couple of unplaced runs under his belt when winning this last year and comes here on the back of a similar preparation. This soft-ground specialist should be competitive. Gegenpressing is on a long losing run but his mark has fallen accordingly and one of his three victories came over course and distance. He had plenty of rivals behind when three lengths off the selection at the Curragh. %0A
By Mark Nunan - GRANN'S BOY is fit from hurdling and looks capable of defying top weight. The Zoffany gelding began to improve on testing ground in the autumn and beat Special Protector over 1m4f at Galway on his latest start in this sphere. A 5lb hike looks reasonable and he's open to more improvement this term. Glyde Ranger won over course and distance winner last summer and was placed a couple of times at Dundalk over the winter. Back from a break, he'll enjoy the cut in the ground. Enquire Within, a winner at Navan last term, has run well at this track before and will be better for her first start of the year at Dundalk.
By Alan Magee - The lightly raced GOD KNOWS ran a cracker when reappearing over seven furlongs on testing ground at the Curragh last month and should be better suited by this distance. The Dick Brabazon-trained mare went close in a Curragh maiden last summer before opening her account also over ten furlongs in a Down Royal handicap. You Owe Me Money won twice at Gowran last year with cut in the ground and was well backed when making a promising reappearance over this trip at Cork recently finishing third behind Nostringsattached. Pachmena beat Narlita in decisive fashion over 1m4f at the Curragh last autumn, while Camelot Alexander impressed when switched to a handicap at Gowran last month.
By Alan Magee - NOT JUST ANY EAGLE gained his only previous win on handicap debut over this trip at Cork in 2022 and has gone close on a number of occasions since. The selection was runner-up twice on soft ground last year and also ran well on the polytrack at Dundalk over the winter. Saffronandblue won with a bit in hand when beating Angel On Fire by over two lengths on very testing ground at Leopardstown last month but Martin Brassil’s charge has more on his plate off a 10lb higher mark. Darkened and Anjah were only separated by a neck at Dundalk in March, while Daonethatgotaway has been placed both on the all-weather and heavy ground this spring and can’t be discounted if staying this longer trip.
By Alan Magee - SYLKIE showed promise when keeping on into third on her handicap debut over seven furlongs in the mud at Naas in March. The Starspangledbanner filly has good prospects of staying this trip on the dam side being out of a ten-furlong winning daughter of Australia. Moutarde showed much improved form when making most and rallying very gamely close home to take a 19-runner mile handicap at Naas on Monday and should make a bold bid for a quick follow up, while Solar Drive also comes here off the back of a recent win having scored over 1m4f at Cork. Nika Pika has shown promise this year and now tries this trip for the first time.
- CAPITAL THEORY wasn't beaten far at Chelmsford last month and, given that was his first start since last November, it is reasonable to suggest the five-year-old can build on that performance off the same mark. Ravenscraig Castle is feared most given he is effective at this trip and has gone well off this sort of mark before, while Thirsk winner Two Brothers commands respect despite stepping up a furlong.
- AIRMAN impressed when landing a maiden at Beverley on his only start as a juvenile and appeals strongly on his belated return to action, with his stable having notably already scored with a couple of similar types this season. Capo Vaticano, the only other winner in the race, is an obvious threat with her sex allowance. Gaenari was highly tired in Ireland and France last year and is a must for consideration too.
- Already a dual course winner, Cavalier Approach has to be of interest in this company, although similar comments apply to Giselles Izzy, who seems to save her best for the stiff finish at this track. However, HONOUR YOUR DREAMS is also back on a happy hunting ground and, off the same mark as when winning over this C&D on soft ground last summer, Adrian Keatley's gelding appeals most.
- WHERE'S JEFF appeared revitalised by a break when landing the spoils at Beverley recently. A 1lb rise in the ratings looks more than workable and he is taken to follow up. The biggest threat may emerge from My Little Queens, who should appreciate a return to this distance. Triple course winner Spanish Hustle also warrants respect on his return to this venue and Jim Goldie's gelding shouldn't be taken lightly.
- Arkenstaar posted an encouraging effort on his return to action when third at Pontefract last month. The four-year-old is entitled to build on that effort and he's likely to be the mix once more, but NATZOR looks open to more improvement. The David O'Meara-trained gelding offered plenty to work with on his stable/seasonal bow at Newcastle in March and a reproduction of that runner-up effort may prove good enough. Trais Fluors and Black Friday are also noted.
- GOOD MORNING ALEX strolled home by over four lengths on soft ground at Wetherby last week and connections are sending him back to the track with a 6lb penalty, assuming the handicapper will put him up more than that in the future. He may follow up if he handles the quicker going, with top-weight Wonderful Lives and handicap debutant Starlight Stanley others who could go well.
- Conquest Of Power can go well after his recent Lingfield success on Thursday, but that was on the all-weather and there is no guarantee he can repeat that under a penalty on turf. He can still get involved, but top-weight BURJ MALINKA is preferred. Trained by Adrian Nicholls, who is making a name for himself with his sprinters, he kept on well to win at Thirsk last month and won't mind any further rain. Catherine Chroi and Ignac Lamar are others to consider.
- With six of the eight a winner last time out, this looks better than average and although Galileo filly Winter Snowfall is bred to be special, she will need to improve from her Chelmsford maiden win to get the better of KALPANA. First and second in her two all-weather starts, she stepped up a gear to win a handicap here by 10 lengths and more than warrants a crack at this better contest. Lunar Eclipse holds an Oaks entry and may hold Friendly Soul in the race for third.
- Stay Alert is officially the best horse in this line-up, but she hasn't won since September 2022 and is passed over on her first start of the season. Running Lion heads the early betting after her eighth in the Group 1 Champion Fillies and Mares last October but her best win so far was in Listed class, and a chance is taken on SILVER LADY. Lightly raced with just five starts, she won the Group 2 Cape Verdi at Meydan in January and looks all set for a successful season.
- HMS President won this last year for Alan King and is capable of another decent showing, despite carrying an extra 8lb on this occasion. New London has every chance in handicap company after coming home fourth and third at Meydan in Group 3 contests, but asking him to give 10lb to INTINSO looks a big ask. A winner at Wolverhampton in March and a running-on third at Kempton since, this trip may bring plenty of improvement from the lightly-raced four-year-old.
- FALLEN ANGEL took on the Irish and comprehensively beat them in their own back yard when she emerged as an impressive winner of the Moyglare at the Curragh last September. That was an outstanding performance and, given the daughter of Too Darn Hot had previously blown away the opposition when landing last year's edition of the Sweet Solera on the July course, this highly progressive filly has a major chance of obtaining Karl Burke a first Classic success. Ylang Ylang was only third in the Moyglare but blew that out of the water when she landed the Fillies' Mile on her next start. That experience of the trip could give Aidan O'Brien's sole representative an edge if stamina becomes an issue for the selection. French Group 2 winner Ramatuelle, along with Nell Gywn principles, Pretty Crystal and Dance Sequence, are others with rock-solid credentials in a fascinating renewal.
- Charlie Appleby and Godolphin throw three darts at this contest and although Lucky Gift and Ballet Show both have excellent pedigrees, it is MOUNTAIN BREEZE, a close relative of three-time Group 1 winner Pinatubo, who captures the imagination as the main suggestion here. We have yet to see the best of Appleby's current crop of juveniles but this regally-bred trio suggests the ball is about to gather strong momentum. Mademoiselle and River Seine are a couple of others to monitor in the betting.
- There was plenty of encouragement to be taken from THE ACTOR's never-nearer second on debut over C&D last month and that experience should stand him in good stead going forward. Richard Hannon's colt makes most appeal of those who have raced, although a big performance from newcomer Symbol Of Honour wouldn't surprise. The Havana Grey colt is a half-brother to the Group 1-placed Dragon Symbol and market support could prove significant. Al Qudra is also noted.
- Cynosure opened his account a shade cosily on his reappearance in a novice at Lingfield last month. His current rating of 85 shouldn't prevent another bold bid, but there is a sneaking suspicion that BLACK RUN could be the better handicapped of the two. The son of Nathaniel shaped better than the beaten distance suggests on his sixth-placed finish in a Group 3 at Longchamp in April and he might have too much class for these rivals. Sea The Thunder and Mai Dubai also warrant closer examination.
- AMAYSMONT bounced back to form with a solid runner-up effort at Southwell recently and this return to turf could prove fruitful. Kevin Frost's charge has shown a liking for testing ground conditions in the past and the seven-year-old looks ready to capitalise racing off the same mark as last week. Triple course winner Luna Magic always warrants a second look at this venue and, despite this trip looking shorter than ideal, she's feared most. King Of Speed and Beau Jardine are also noted.
- Betty Clover looked a useful prospect when making a winning debut at Bath last month and another bold bid is forecast from the daughter of Time Test. However, CONVO was slightly more impressive in her opening victory at Saint-Cloud in March and her proven effectiveness in arduous ground conditions edges the vote for Amy Murphy's filly. Running Queen is entitled to build on her Newbury fourth in April, while market support for newcomer Royal Equerry would be interesting.
- A 2lb drop in the ratings could prove lenient for LIHOU, who caught the eye when a staying-on fifth at Epsom recently. A previous C&D winner, David Evans' veteran is now 9lb below his last winning mark and this class 5 contest looks ripe for the taking. Safari Dream posted a solid third at Windsor on Monday and he's feared most. Sub Thirteen made a winning stable bow at Bath last month and a 3lb higher mark is unlikely to prevent him being involved too.
- Sanat caught the eye on his Newmarket debut, when getting in touch after starting slowly and then weakening late on over the mile having become unbalanced. Sure to have learned plenty from that experience, he could be the biggest danger to FAST SOCIETY, the only winner in the field. He made most of the running to hold off all challengers at Southwell last September and could be up to giving 5lb or more to today's opponents on his first start since being gelded. Jazz Scene and Questionable may prove best of the rest.
- Kotari won cleverly last time out at Windsor over this trip and although 4lb higher in the handicap now, he should go well for Gary and Josh Moore. Hakuna Babe has 15 lengths to find with the selection on that run but is better than that and shouldn't be dismissed, although MILDYJAMA get the nod at these weights. Five lengths adrift of Kotari that day in sixth, cheekpieces are added for the first time here and, 5lb better off with the winner here, she looks to have every chance.
- Based on what they have shown so far, both Wahoo King and Snow Eagle have plenty to find, so it can pay to focus on Sam Hawkens and MARHABA MILLION, with the latter suggested as the one to be with given he is the more stoutly-bred of the two. A respectable third behind a well-regarded Derby entrant and a nicely-bred debutant at Newbury 15 days ago, the selection got better the further he went that day and looks tailor-made for a crack at this slightly longer trip.
- Young Merlin holds no secrets form the handicapper but can figure back on the Flat off a competitive mark, while Fravanco is open to progress at this sort of trip and returns to turf off 1lb lower than his last winning mark on synthetics. However, CORSICAN CAPER looks the one to beat after skipping his scheduled engagement at Thirsk on Saturday. Kevin Frost's gelding arrives on a hat-trick after a pair of taking wins in the mud and he won with enough in hand over the extended 1m6f at Doncaster last weekend to suggest he can defy a 6lb rise for that victory.
- STAYINYOURLANE looks likely to benefit from this drop in trip and he should take all of the beating. Papa Don and Rock Anna Roll also warrant respect.
- After an easy win over C&D last time, YO VINNIE appears likely to take this step up in class in his stride, while Allen Can Do It and Nickel Nickel should also feature.
- DEBT RELIEF has been knocking on the door at this level of late and she can shed her maiden tag. Collected Dreams and Zippy Do Da Day are also worth noting.
- LADY RAMBO shed her maiden tag in smooth style over track and trip last month and, with further progression, she can record a double. Sparkleinyoureye and Thelastsay could also go well.
- This represents a considerable drop in grade for HOPPING HENRY, which can help him regain the winning thread. Juba Bound and Triple Bad are others to watch out for.
- CAJUN JOE was well held when competing in a much deeper contest than this over C&D last month, but he can capitalise on this sizeable drop in grade. Judy's Army and Z Mystique also merit consideration.
- It is hard to oppose LIGHTNIN RUNNER, who is proven at a much higher level than this. Others to note are Moonlit Shadow and Deco Strong.
- Raise A Speights and Mark Did It could both go well but preference is for AUBURN MILL, after his decisive victory in a similar event here last time.
- Last seen in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Dirt last November, GENERAL PARTNER is hard to ignore at this level. Discreet Mischief, Jefferson Street and Yellow Card may all be playing for the place money.
- Expensive purchases Fracture and Gun Party both appeal as potential improvers to consider, but DIVE BOMBER has arguably posted the better form so far and thus gets the vote in a tight one to call.
- WRONG DIRECTION has been mixing it in much deeper contests than this at Santa Anita this year and he could capitalise on this weaker maiden. Conejo Malo and Polis can give him the most to think about.
- SUNNY SPOT had Lookout Point (third) and Walking Boss (fourth) behind when being denied narrowly into second over C&D last time out, and he can confirm that form en route to going one better.
- ALL HALLOWS was victorious by three lengths on the dirt here last time and she can go in again. Shanghai Mist and Vandalia are feared most.
- Runner-up on her last two starts here, HARBOR'S ROSE deserves a change in luck, and she can get that on this occasion. Daddy Indeed and Draw Near look to be her main dangers.
- TAMARANDO STAR has clicked of late for his in-form connections and he can bring up the hat-trick on the rise in distance. Robie and Union Wave need considering as well.
- A taking winner over C&D last time out, LAST BABY should have plenty more improvement forthcoming, and he gets the vote ahead of Autism Puzzle and Supernal.
- NO BEACHES was successful by a length and a half to get her career up and running last time and she could be the one to beat again. Tom's Pic and Harbor Dearest also merit consideration.
- BACALAR completed a double when victorious by a length over track and trip last month and it would be no surprise to see her make it three wins in a row. Truly Fabulous and Morning Addiction can follow her home.
- DRIVER'S ED made every yard of the running to strike by half a length over track and trip last month and he could prove tough to beat. That said, Affectionto Autism and Gonna Getcha Good won't make it easy for him.
- SUGAR BEETS hit the frame in this grade over C&D on his latest outing and that level of form could be good enough here. Pour On The Cole and Bronze Warrior aren't out of it either.
- Narrowly denied over this distance on his penultimate start at Fair Grounds, SHADY MCGEE looks the one to be with for his in-form connections. Others to note include Battle Scars, Degree Of Risk and Professor Higgins.
- MO SMOKING is expected to prove a cut above these rivals with her sights lowered. Princess Tenko wouldn't be the most reliable but she looks the main danger, ahead of Signature Street.
- HEAVENLY HASH has impressively notched a course double and she is fancied to complete the hat-trick, possibly at the main expense of You're A Dandy and Sweet Crystal.
- BEEHIVE made an impressive reappearance over 5f here in March and she gets the vote to follow up. Reba Attack may chase the selection home, confirming her superiority over Miss River Rat in the process.
- WRITTEN CONSENT and Maggie E have both been knocking on the door and could fight this race out between them, with narrow preference for the former, who has less miles on the clock. Cheryl's Appeal can improve for a significant drop in grade.
- R KATIEBUG stayed on strongly to win over 5 1/2f here last time and stepping back up in trip is unlikely to pose any problems. She could see off the likes of I'm Box Office and Visionista in what looks a fiercely competitive heat.
- RONIC showed plenty of speed when scoring readily over an extended 1m at Fair Grounds and he could take this drop in trip in his stride. Joyful Ghost eases in class and rates the biggest threat, ahead of Country Guy.
- MILLARD'S SMILE arrives here in good form and his race-fitness may give him the edge over the returning Driven One, who faces a much easier task than when sixth at Indiana on his latest outing. Not Very Gentle also holds claims on his reappearance.
- HAPPY CAT boasts that attractive, unexposed profile and could be worth chancing on his return to action. Casino Tricks and Moncrief can also go well.
- LUV YA BYE BYE is holding his form well at present and makes more appeal than Mr. Mox, who has been knocking hard on the door of late. Bonnie Bill is noted too.
- THE ICE MAN CARLOS got off the mark last time out and strikes as the type who could keep improving now. Little Lance arrives in good form and joins One Way Farrior on the shortlist in a tricky one to call.
- FLEETS BAY was progressive last year and could pick up from where he left off, while chances are also given to Blame D Rule Maker and Gettin'downonit.
- MARLEY'S GHOST leaps off the page here chasing a hat-trick of wins and she's taken to prove too good for Mo Tough and Earley Rose.
- FORTUNE'S FOOL performed well for the silver medal here latest and might not need to improve much on that in order to strike. Big Beautiful Wall and Aliferous are noted too.
- The maiden finale can go the way of MY ASIAN LOVER, who is improving between runs and is less exposed than Catching Stars and Under The Overpass.
- A weak contest in which only a tentative vote can go to DALTON'S RUTROW, who has shown enough in recent starts to suggest that he could land a race of this nature. Beraberabera and Young Jonesboro complete the shortlist.
- A trappy opener where several could improve for the step up in distance. A tentative vote goes to MANDATORY MISSION, who posted a respectable fifth on his debut here last month. Rocket Sanders and Hayahlookatme are viable alternatives.
- TOFFEE posted a solid second over track and trip in March and a similar performance should suffice. Sassy Lass and Molly Of Stratford complete the shortlist.
- GOD'S COUNTRY wasn't disgraced when sixth in a valuable stakes event here last month and he could take some stopping if seeing out the rise in trip. Great Barrier and Get Away With It top the list of threats.
- TOO PRETTY and Doughty both arrive in good heart and they may dominate proceedings, with the former edging the vote in receipt of 6lb from the latter. Delta Moon could also have a say on this drop in class.
- There was plenty of encouragement to be taken from BATON ROUGE's debut fourth here in March and any improvement could see him opening his account. Mount Craig is feared most, ahead of Charbon.
- TOP GUNNER sets a strong standard on last month's C&D second and compensation could await on this stable bow. Boogie Bode and Absolute Chaos have the form to feature too.
- STORMS HOME created a fine impression when getting up to score on his debut over track and trip last month and he rates as one to follow. Strato and Henro also warrant a second look.
- Fair Grounds scorer El Dinero is likely capable of better, but PAPPY'S REVENGE makes slightly more appeal given his experience at this venue and is taken to build on his recent runner-up effort here. Give Me A Reason can chase the duo home.
- Few of these can be ruled out, although a reproduction of RECKER POINT's second here last month could prove too strong for his rivals. Affable Monarch and Inexorable can also enter the reckoning.
- Law Professor warrants respect in his quest for a hat-trick, but dual course scorer FROSTED DEPARTURE looks a more solid proposition and a brace could beckon. Silver Prospector is likely to be in the thick of the action as well.
- Big Paper and Rungius are likely threats if seeing out this rise in distance, but it may pay to stick with last-time-out winner INDIAN GULCH, who has finished third over this trip in the past.
- GOLD PHOENIX has got strong form credentials in this sphere and this extra yardage could help him rediscover some form, while Planetario and Rockemperor can also get involved.
- DANCE MAN has been consistent of late and is expected to shed his maiden tag. Last Call Paul and Trotsky are likely to be the closest pursuers.
- BRITISH ISLES shaped as if this step up in trip would suit when he was just denied over 1m at this venue last time and a repeat of that effort would see him get off the mark. Indispensable and One Time Mark complete the shortlist.
- THE BIG CHEESEOLA was a good winner of a useful-looking maiden last time and he can follow up that success, while Thales and Dadstar head the remainder.
- Mahina arrives here seeking a hat-trick and she would have strong claims, but the nod goes to THRUMPS DREAM, who won last time over 1m at this track last time. Hennys Crazy Train looks set to follow them home.
- HIGHLY DESIRABLE is making her debut for an in-form stable and, after showing a fair level of ability when trained in Ireland, it would be no surprise to see her land a race of this nature. Fast Chaz and Tribal are respected most out of the remainder.
- ESTABLISHED was last seen finishing an admirable third over 6f here last month and, now eased slightly in trip and grade, he gets the tentative nod to return to winning ways in what looks a trappy affair. Divine Rascal and Starship Chewbacca can also go well.
- This represents an ease in grade for ALL THAT GLORY and that may be enough to see him wind up in the winner's enclosure after his excellent second over C&D most recently. Tees Touch and Eisenhower are also key players.
- MYSTIC SPIRIT shaped very well for a long way before fading into fourth in a higher grade over C&D most recently and, with his sights lowered, he gets the nod to take the gold medal this time. Puddin Head Jones and Rhino are two others for the shortlist.
- This represents a drop in grade for the relatively unexposed CARVER, who can make her foray into these calmer waters a winning one. Man Among Men and Halfway Line also warrant careful consideration.
- CLASS CLOWN (first) finished ahead of Diamonds Danzing (second) when the pair met over an extended 5f in February, and the former can confirm her superiority over that rival en route to victory once more. Show Card is also considered.