17:45 Kempton
Wednesday 21 February 2018
All17:4518:1518:4519:1519:4520:15
Racing UK All Weather 'Hands And Heels' Series Apprentice Handicap
- 4YO plus | Class 7 | 1m | Standard | 14 Runners | Polytrack | Weighed In
- Off time: 17:45 | Winning time: 1m 39.33s
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Show odds
Has shown something on each of his three previous starts here and has looked less effective elsewhere. Experienced rider on board and weighted to give a good account from a decent draw.
Took this 12 months ago and followed up at Lingfield off a 2lb higher mark than today. Has been running well in defeat lately and impossible to rule out.
Three runs back from a break brought him a C&D success 12 months ago off a 4lb higher mark. He arrives for this following a similar preparation and it will be interesting if the market signals are as positive as they were then.
Has improved on her last few starts and has also looked ready for this longer trip. Interesting runner in a moderate race.
Took advantage of a mark of 45 to romp home at Bath (1m) last summer for a fifth career win but his AW record reads 1-25. Good effort though behind an in form rival at Lingfield on Saturday and a capable rider is on board.
Had gone 28 starts without a win prior to opening his account on his debut for this yard at Chelmsford in December. Failed to back that up under a penalty over 1m2f last time, but worth considering back over 1m off a lower mark.
14-race maiden who was involved in a farcical race at Newcastle last time. Has shown signs of ability but a tendency to pull hard has hindered his progress. Not an obvious ride for a claimer and best efforts have come with strong handling.
Like many from this yard 2017 proved a difficult year, but the yard's fortunes have improved and many of their horses are taking advantage of reduced marks. His latest effort was a clear indication he could clear his longstanding maiden tag.
Only three starts since October 2016 and last win was October 2015. Plenty of improvement is needed in order to figure.
Has produced mediocre performances in three AW starts this winter. Makes handicap debut and hard to be positive about her prospects.
12-race maiden produced her best effort for this stable on latest start. Still has plenty to find in order to be competitive.
Connections appear to have decided after much experimentation that this is her best trip. Has a weak race such as this within her capabilities and looks shortlist material.
Has finished last on his three most recent starts in handicaps. Returns from a break having faced impossible tasks in maidens on his last three outings.
Suited by these conditions and last two wins have both come at this track. On a long losing run but attractively weighted and jockey booking looks positive.
Forecasts
Jeremy's Jet (7/2), Babette (7/2), Aye Aye Skipper (9/2), Living Leader (7/1), St James's Park (8/1), Paco Filly (14/1), Ertidaad (16/1), Henry Grace (16/1), Captain Peaky (20/1), Lady Nahema (20/1), Whaleweigh Station (25/1), Di's Pride (50/1), Bennelong (66/1), Shamonix (100/1)
A difficult race to open proceedings and one where AYE AYE SKIPPER is taken to build on his good effort on Saturday in a much stronger race than this. Jeremy's Jet and Babette are maidens who have improved lately, whilst Whaleweigh Station takes the eye off his basement mark. Henry Grace and Living Leader are other possibilities given previous course form, whilst Paco Filly has fewer miles on the clock than these and has shown signs of progress on her last three runs.
- Aye Aye Skipper
- Jeremy's Jet
- Babette
Previous Winners
Prize Money
1st: £2,588.002nd: £770.003rd: £385.004th: £192.00
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