UK racing tips – Sunday 12 November 2023

SANDOWN

Race 1 – KANSAS D BERLAIS 10/3

KANSAS DU BERLAIS (5) can record a victory on first start since a 20L seventh in a 2m novices handicap hurdle at this circuit during April.

COREY’S COURAGE (2) ended his last spell with a 10L triumph tackling a 2m6f handicap hurdle at Ffos Las and is expected to challenge for the win.

BRANSON MISSOURI (7) enters calculations on first outing since a 49L fourth attempting a small field renewal of the Listed Mares Hurdle over 2m4f here in January.

ISSAM (1) won by 2.8L a 2m2 1/2f handicap hurdle at Exeter. Enters calculations making seasonal debut.

Race 2 – HENRI THE SECOND 15/8

HENRI THE SECOND (3) is taken to make amends for a pulled up run tackling a 2m4f novices handicap hurdle here in March by resuming with a victory on fences debut.

BLOW YOUR WAD (1) showed good form when 3.3L second in a 2m3 1/2f handicap hurdle at Chepstow. Danger to all.

LE PATRON (4) may complete a double following a 20L success attempting a 2m3 1/2f novices handicap chase at Fontwell.

GAME WINNER (5) placed second beaten 13L in a 2m5f novice hurdle at Kempton during April. Warrants close consideration delivering initial handicap and chase outing.

Race 3 – SOUTHOFTHEBORDER 5/6

SOUTHOFTHEBORDER (6) followed the pace delivering a 3L victory in a 2m jumpers flat race at Ffos Las and is selected to record a victory on initial hurdle outing.

SPIRITS BAY (7) rates highly on first start since a 9.5L success attempting a 2m1/4f jumpers flat race at Hereford in March.

IMPACT DU BONHEUR (5) finished 26L second in a 2m4f maiden hurdle at Wincanton. Could have an impact representing top stable.

CLASSIC ANTHEM (1) is another with claims on first start since a 2.3L second tackling a 2m Kempton novice hurdle during May.

Race 4 – JETRONIC 9/4

JETRONIC (5) placed second beaten 3L in a small field 2m novice chase at Cheltenham and is selected to go one better.

IN THE AIR (6) finds a good opportunity following a 3L second in a 2m1/2f handicap chase at Huntingdon.

WESTERN ZEPHYR (3) enters calculations having finished 6L third attempting a 2m novices handicap chase at Carlisle.

FAST BUCK (4) disappointed running last in the Listed Trustatrader Approved And Reviewed Trades People Hurdle over 2m at Kempton. Better expected switching to fences.

Race 5 – ILKO D’OLIVATE 4/1

ILIKO D’OLIVATE (2) won by 5L contesting a 2m1/2f novice hurdle at Taunton in April and is selected to resume with a victory.

LEGENDARY DAY (9) could go well having finished 8.3L sixth attempting a 2m1/2f flat handicap at York.

AURIGNY MILL (5) ran 5L second in the previously mentioned Taunton event. Shortlist. ARQOOB (7) placed third beaten 5L tackling a 2m handicap hurdle at Plumpton. Warrants close consideration.

Race 6 GOOD BOY BOBBY 9/4

GOOD BOY BOBBY (4) returned this spell with a neck win in a 2m7 3/4f handicap chase at Chepstow and can replicate.

LARRY (3) ran 6.8L third in a 3m handicap chase at Ascot the start of April. Expected to play a role.

CYCLOP (5) rates highly following a 2.3L third in the previously mentioned Chepstow contest.

LORD DU MESNIL (1) finds a good opportunity off top weight making his first start since a 0.8L second in a 3m2 1/4f handicap chase at Cheltenham during April.

Race 9 – MARTIN PLAGE 5/2

MARTIN PLAGE (4) placed third beaten 8.8L in a 2m1/2f jumpers flat race at Cheltenham on rules debut and may deliver a victory here.

The yet to race TOUQUET (7) is a Kapgarde gelding and half-brother to dual-winner Topaze Mystique. Expected to have an impact.

DIAMOND KODA (1) debuted with a 0.5L second in a 2m1/2f jumpers flat race at Market Rasen during May. Holds strong claims. Kap Rock newcomer JACK SPARROW GREY (3) also warrants thought representing useful stable.

FFOS LAS

Race 1 – KIOTO SUN 6/1

KIOTO SUN (5) made a pleasing start to career when third in a jumpers flat and a bold bid is anticipated on hurdling debut.

FLYING FORTUNE (8) improved from a reappearance sixth to finish runner-up in a Newton Abbott novice hurdle. Contender with further progression expected.

STEEL ALLY (6) resumes after a lengthy absence. Some fair form on the flat prior. Place chance hurdling. DAVIDOC (2) rates each way based on a point to point win. Delivers initial attempt for a new yard.

Race 2 – ROCK OF STAR 9/2

ROCK OF STAR (1) can overcome top weight receiving the benefit of an apprentice claim. Returned after a seven month absence with a good third at Newton Abbott. Only beaten 5L and entitled to improve again.

LAZY SUNDAY (3) was denied a fourth straight victory when runner-up at Wincanton tackling a similar contest in April. Thereabouts on reappearance.

GOLD EMERY (4) ended last season with some useful hurdle and fences placings. Versatile performer holding place claims.

PUDDLESINTHEPARK (8) rates each way based on a reappearance third at Chepstow.

Race 3 – THE DUKEBOX MAN 7/4

THE JUKEBOX MAN (7) closed off last season producing an impressive win in a jumpers flat at this track. Switches to hurdles holding a leading chance.

PYFFO (6) returned after a break producing a good second at Ludlow among novice hurdle company. Firmly in contention with improvement to come.

VALENS BRUYEE (8) made a pleasing start to career when fourth attempting a jumpers flat in October. Expected to progress for the switch to obstacles. OUT OF FOCUS (5) holds each way claims based on maiden hurdle form so far.

Race 4 – THE IMPOSTER 4/1

THE IMPOSTER (5) could prove well-handicapped resumed. Closed off previous preparation with a 1.5L success at Ascot in a novice handicap hurdle and switches to open company on reappearance.

BALLYMAGROARTY BOY (1) carries top weight. Produced consistent performances at the end of last campaign including a 2.5L second at Chepstow over 2m7 1/2f. Contender.

BALLYDISCO (2) ended the previous prep with a 2.5L success in a Chepstow handicap hurdle. Returns after a summer break. Place.

BALKARDY (7) was a good second at Newton Abbot resuming from an absence of eighteen months. Entitled to come forward for fitness.

Race 5 – IDEALLKO 7/4

IDEALLKO (7) bids for a hat-trick and brings the benefit of race fitness. Posted an impressive 4.5L success attempting a Plumpton handicap chase in latest. Contender.

GOOD FRIDAY FAIRY (3) resumes after a seven month absence. Finished off previous preparation with a good second over course and distance. Could be in the mix fresh.

BELLS OF STAMFORD (4) fell at the end of last season. Winner prior. Bold bid anticipated. IRON HEART (1) holds each way claims following a good second at Worcester.

Race 6 – MUMBLES  11/2

MUMBLES (5) recommenced racing after a five month absence with a fourth tackling a longer trip handicap hurdle at this track. Entitled to come forward for the benefit of race fitness. Contender.

CAPTAIN CLAUDE (4) makes seasonal reappearance receiving an apprentice claim. Closed off previous preparation with a good second at Plumpton. Firmly in the mix.

STATE OF HONOR (3) was a very useful novice hurdler last season although liable to the occasional jumping error. Finds easier task upon return. HILL OF TARA (6) holds each way claims resuming. Some fair maiden hurdle form prior to summer break.

Race 7 – SUNRISE STYLER 7/2

SUSIE STYLER (7) was a point to point winner before moving to a new yard. Bold bid anticipated.

JALILA MORIVIERE (5) makes racecourse debut for a leading stable. Profiles well and will be primed for a big performance resumed.

BLUELLA BRESIL (2) provided a pleasing start to career when runner-up at Fontwell Park attempting a jumpers flat. Improvement expected after a break. CALLI BLACK (3) holds each way claims based on point to point form.