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31st January

SANCTUAIRE (Paul Nicholls) had started to struggle over hurdles but the switch to chasing has rekindled the six-year-old's career.  He trotted up today at Taunton in a decent time and has the Arkle as a possibility for which he is quoted as low as 16/1.  In the meantime he'll probably head for the Kingmaker at Warwick, where he'll get a sterner test than he did today.

26th January

MOSCOW MANNON (B R Hamilton) could turn out to be very good indeed.  He eased to victory again today at Gowran Park and Declan Lavery who rides work for Willie Mullins, has been quoted as saying he is as good as anything he has sat on at Closutton this season.

19th January

QUIET APPEAL (Mark Johnston) eased to victory at Wolverhampton tonight and could have won by more had Joe Fanning not taken his foot off the gas.  Her handler no doubt will have her running again very soon.

11th January

NIBANI (Alastair Lidderdale) can be a bit of a monkey but under a tremendous ride by Leonna Mayor,  swooped very late to land the spoils at Kempton today.  He's in top progressive form & may not have stopped winning yet.

6th January

FLASH CRASH (Robert Cowell) landed a bit of a touch at Lingfield today and looks a horse to keep on the right side.  The way he took the race by the scruff of the neck and powered away to win easily, was impressive.

29th December

BITAPHON (Deborah Sanderson) was fancied to resume winning ways at Southwell today but after travelling well, failed to see out the trip.  A drop back to 7f at the track can help.

20th December

RUSSIAN BULLET (Jamie Osbourne) was given a peach of a ride by Sophie Doyle, who delivered the 2yo with a fine late challenge to win cheekily by just half a length.  He looks one to stay on the right side of until the handicapper has his say.

15th December

GENERAL TUFTO (Charles Smith) is in solid form at the moment and again ran well on his 100th start.  He loves it Southwell and can be found a winning opportunity very soon.


8th December

PAINTER MAN (David Pipe) had caught the eye at Exeter and was strongly fancied to score at Huntingdon today.  The horse was the subject of a sustained gamble but was withdrawn just before the off, following a problem that occured on the way to the start.  Assuming it was nothing serious, he is one to keep an eye on next time.

27th November

DARLAN (Nicky Henderson) unbeaten in two runs last season and quietly being prepared for his first run this term.  Owned by JP McManus, the horse is highly regarded & expected to make a mark in the run up to the Cheltenham Festival 2012.

24th November

NEW LEYF (Ed Walker) posted another fine run for his new trainer in a hot race at Kempton tonight that looks likely to throw up plenty of winners.  He lost second place on the line & desrves a change of luck.

16th November

SPADE (Tim Pit) had shown very little for David Elsworth but looked more like it at Kempton today, when travelling very strongly unfortunately was perhaps not given the best assistance from the saddle by the young apprentice.  Interesting next time!

10th November

ROWLESTONE LAD (John Flint) looked out of its league in a Class 3 novices hurdle today when finishing mid-division.  Looks to need a drop in class & handicapping to be seen in better light.

3rd November

DULCEMARA (John Flint) Ultimately found the tough finish at Towcester too much but will come on for the run & will be of interest next time.  She was quietly fancied but will find easier opportunities.

25th October

SWEDISH SAILOR (Mahmood Al Zarooni) rates a decent middle distance prospect after hacking up at Yarmouth today.  The race he won has gone to the likes of Sea Moon in the past & the colt must have Group aspirations for next season.

20th October

GOOD AUTHORITY (Karen George) was given an excellent ride by Darryll Holland to record a well-backed smooth victory.  This could be a serious horse to stay on the right side of on the all-weather this winter.

13th October

MISS KALIFA (Peter Bowen) was most unfortunate in her previous race to be cannoned into & falling as a result.  However, she looked none the worse today & posted a fine effort at Uttoxeter.  Her ever-shrewd handler no doubt will place her well.

6th, October

HOUSTON DYNIMO (Nicky Richards) has returned to hurdling after a near two-year spell on the Flat and is at last fulfilling the promise once shown.  He stayed on powerfully to win today and can now move on to better things.

30th, September

LACKAMON (Sue Smith) was rated 130 over hurdles but could easily be a much better chaser.  An almost flawless fencing debut saw the six-year-old win in style & better things await.

15th September

DUCAL (Sir Mark Prescott) fluffed his lines with a tardy start at Kempton this evening but stayed on well to chase the winner.  Expect the horse to reappear again quickly.

9th September

LILBOURNE LAD (Richard Hannon) posted a solid staying on effort back over the minimum trip at Doncaster today.  He is tough and remains in excellent nick and if his handler can find another race back over 6f, then he will be of serious interest.

29th August

Laganbank (W P Mullins) is a rare Irish eye catcher. Having only his second start over hurdles he looked a natural over the obstacles and sauntered home in the style of a very good horse. He is with a top yard who look to have yet another star hurdler who is one to watch over the winter.

17th August

ROSE OF SARRATT (Rae Guest) looks to need cut in the ground and found the rapidy drying Brighton turf a stumbling block today.  She'll be of interest on easier going in lowly company.

12th August

TOP OFFER (Roger Charlton) posted a fine effort after a slow start, killing the race off with a devastating turn of foot to then win eased down.  The colt holds a host of big race entries & is regarded as a smart prospect.

11th August

GOODWOOD ATLANTIS (John Dunlop) improved dramtically on a very green debut & held on well to score at Salisbury today.  The two-year-old has no fancy entries but is learning with each race & looks a decent nursery prospect.

4th August

SCHOOL FEES (Henry Candy) almost pulled of a mini-upset tonight but found Ewell Place just too good on the day.  She handled the step up to 6f well & also has the possibility of trying a furlong further.  She should be placed to effect next time.

29th July

DRUNKEN SAILOR (Luca Cumani) powered home with a late charge, clearly enjoying the track and quick going, despite selective watering.  This was his first Group win and he looks a serious horse for Cumani this year. 

19th July

WITH GRACE (Peter Bowen) just gets better and better and this talented ex-bumper winner has now really taken to hurdling.  She eased to victory today and rates a horse to stay on the right side of.

14th July

QAHRIMAN (Luca Cumani) has ability & ran another solid race in defeat at Leicester.  Looks a decent stayer in the making & no doubt will be shrewdly placed by his astute handler.

7th July

CENSUS (Richard Hannon).  It was agonising to watch for backers of the three-year-old, who finished like a rocket after taking time to pick up.  He was also slightly hampered by the winner coming across him and lost outby a rapidly diminishing head!  He looks a St Leger horse but can win before then.

30th June

FIREBACK (Andrew Balding) had a race to forget at Epsom tonight, being forced wide on the home turn & trailing in well beaten.  He is much better than that & a return to the Newmarket July course will be of interest.

23rd June

DOC HAY (Keith Dalgleish) had a nightmare run on Wednesday but managed to avoid severe trouble in running today and bolted up!  He has a tremendous change of gears and is of interest if reappearing again under a penalty.

16th June

ALKIMOS (Luca Cumani) was laid out for Royal Ascot but may not have been entirely happy on the rain-softened going.  In the end, he ran a fine race to finish second in the Tercentenary Stakes and looks to have a big season ahead.

8th June

POWER PUNCH (Barry Hills) looks a well-named horse after a tremendous win at Beverley today.  The colt didn't appear to progress after a decent effort at Chester last term but has certainly come good now.  He could be pitched at some decent handicaps.

Saturday, 28th May

SHUMOOS (Brian Meehan) was a pricey purchase & could well pay back the fee with interest.  Keen early doors, Shane Kelly managed to get cover & then let her loose in the final furlong.  The rsponse was impressive & Royal Ascot must surely be on the agenda now.

Wednesday, 25th May

DOMINO DANCER (Lucy Jones) has hit a serious patch of form and won very easily again on Wednesday.  He is thriving on fast ground & looks a fair bet to go in again & land a hat-trick.

Wednesday, 18th May

BEATRICE AURORE (John Dunlop) rates a fast improving filly & looks well worth a tilt at the Oaks.  She readily landed the odds in the Listed fillies' race today and was cut from 50/1 to 20/1 for the big race.  Whether she is quite good enough to win, only time will tell but she could well make the frame.

Wednesday, 11th May

DEFENCE OF DURESS (Tom Tate) was the subject of a big gamble, being backed in to 9/2 from 10/1. In the end, the money went astray as the three-year-old became outpaced before staying on in the final furlong.  He may have just needed it & will be straighter next time.

Thursday, 5th May

WITH GRACE (Peter Bowen) can be winning soon after a satisfactory start over hurdles today.  The mare was a decent bumper horse but pulled up in Listed race at Aintree.  Her astute handler will no doubt place her shrewdly.

Thursday, 29th April

RENARD D'IRLANDE (Venetia Willaims) was strongly fancied to win the opener at Perth but after travelling well, lost his action and was pulled up quickly.  In the end, he returned sound and can be forgiven an unusual bad run.

Thursday, 21st April

ROUGH ROCK (Chris Dwyer) lost his 100% track record at Folkestone today, looking as though he just about needed the run.  His yard has been quiet and the six-year-old couldn't go the early pace.  He'll be straighter next time.

Wednesday, 13th April

TELL DAD (Richard Hannon) is very well regarded and it was somewhat surprising to see him humbled by David Evans' Jack Who's He, who eventually went off favourite.  However, lack of experience and greenness cost the colt and he'll be much wiser next time.  A bright future awaits.

Monday, 4th April

SILVERHEELS (Paul Cole). It may be very early in the new season to get excited by a two-year-old but the Verglas colt posted a superb display to blow away the field, leaving the well-fancied Hannon horse Lord Ofthe Shadows trailing in his wake.  Entered in the Weatherbys Super Sprint, this could be a very good horse.

Wednesday, 30th March

HAVANT (Sir Michael Stoute) was unbeaten in two runs last season and is reported in great shape after exciting on the gallops.  Her form has also been franked after Khawlah's (5ls 3rd behind her at Newmarket) two wins this year at Meydan.  She has been attracting serious support for the 1,000 Guineas.

Thursday, 24th March

GREENFLASH (Richard Hannon) may be small but she has plenty of speed & ran a fine race on debut.  Although she found another newcomer too good today, she'll come on for the race & can be winning soon.

Thursday, 17th March

VICTRIX GALE (Nicky Henderson) was a big disappointment today but should not be written off as Towcester may not have suited.  Many a decent horse has come unstuck at the stiff track & bounced back next time.

Thursday, 10th March

ROYAL MACKINTOSH (Alan Mactaggart) loves it Carlisle and had given an indication of a return to form there in a voided race two weeks ago.  Well backed today, he was unable to dominate as Blazing Diva took the race under a superb ride.  However, he plugged on to finish third & will be of interest at the Cunbrian venue next time.

Thursday, 3rd March

HAVINGOTASCOOBYDO (Martin Keighly) posted a terrific effort to land a gamble at Ludlow today & that despite losing an iron for a while.  Luckily he regained control & steered the improving six-year-old to a fine victory.  There should be plenty more to come.

Friday, 25th February

RUSSIAN FLAG (Neil King) bounced back from some disappointing runs to win a decent handicap chase at Sandown today.  He seems well suited by the track but will be of interest wherever he appears on soft ground.

Wednesday, 16th February

MRS NEAT (Sylvester Kirk) at last managed to get her head in front on her 12th start but did the job so well, that a follow up looks on the cards.  That will have done her confidence a deal of good & she can take advantage.

Tuesday, 8th February

ELHMARI (Conor Dore) won tidily for the PAYW Service, with a fine late charge at Southwell today,  He did it with some to spare and could reappear again quickly with Conor Dore's team moving into top gear.

Thursday, 4th February

BISHOPSFURZE (Willie Mullins) is potentially a very, very good horse if his in-form trainer can sort out his jumping.  Bad jumps are not stopping him from winning though and he was an easy victor at Clonmel today.  He could still make it to Cheltenham where he holds three entries.

Thursday, 27th January

RANGITOTO (P Nicholls) looked the likely and easy winner on his debut for Nicholls but idled in front two out and by the time Sam Thomas had re-ignited the gelding the winner had moved past.  He did rally & stay on well but the damage had been done, although he can go one better next time.

Tuesday, 18th January

WORLD DOMINATION (Henry Cecil) - stablemate of Derby favourite Frankel has been attracting money this week.  Unraced, the Empire Maker colt has been causing a stir and looks well worth keeping an eye on in the ante-post markets.

Thursday, 13th January

MINELLA STARS (P Nicholls) made a wiining start to his UK career and can only come on for the experience.  Nicholls has taken his time with this one and judging by the way he jumped the final hurdle at Hereford, will make a fine chaser.

BUAITEOIR (Paul D'Arcy) was given too much to do last time and just failed to score as he closed rapidly on the winner.  The hold-up tactics looked to have been over done & a more positive ride can see him winning.

Monday, 27th December

POOL OF KNOWLEDGE (D Nicholls) was bought out of Venetia Williams' yard for 8,000gns after an unhappy time jumping & shaped really well over a trip to short at Southwell today.  He looks one to keep an eye on now.

Wednesday, 22nd December

FIRST ROCK (G A Swinbank) is well regarded - if a little quirky - and had no problems hacking up at Southwell in a bumper today.  Reported well schooled, he could appear on New Year's Day.

Thursday, 16th December

ROSEWIN (Ollie Pears) had a rather unlucky turf campaign this season but it all came right at Southwell today.  The filly was trying Fibresand for the first time and after a sticky start, got the hang of the surface to win going away.  She's likely to reappear again quickly.

Friday, 10th December

It's been a quiet few days of racing but SWIMSUIT (M Jarvis) looks a horse to follow if her handler allows her to run again this winter.  The filly won with plenty in hand at Southwell today & clearly likes the surface.

Thursday, 2nd December

GRAND STITCH (D Carroll) was one of many struggling to show best form on the Polytrack at Wolverhampton recently, which is currently running slow due to the  amount of harrowing needed to keep the surface raceable.  A trailblazing effort petered out close home & better can be expected.

Wednesday, 24th November

AROUND THE CLOCK (Mrs A J Perrett) was nibbled at in the market against 'talking horse' Club Oceanic at Lingfield today.  The each-way money was lost as the juvenile finished fourth but better can be expected next time.

Thursday, 18th November

MARINO PRINCE (Jim Best) posted a fine run at Hereford today, jumping well in the main & being eased down at the line.  A change of yards has done the trick & he could well be out again very soon.

Thursday, 11th November

ABBONDANZA (D Nicholls) should be nicely tuned up now after a spin on Fibresand today.  He'll be of interest when returned to Polytrack.

Tuesday, 2nd November

ACE HIGH (V R A Dartnall) ran a promising race first time out over hurdles behind Mr Hudson and Madison De Berlais at Exeter today.  He'll come on plenty for the experience and is one to note next time.

Thursday, 28th October

SAN REMO BELLO (P Nicholls) was easy to back on debut and ran as though there is much better to come.  Not beaten that far, he tired a little in the final few yards & can only come on for the effort.

NO TO TRIDENT  (J L Flint) a big gamble went astray on this one!  Well clear & looking a very easy winner indeed, the horse fell at the last to leave punters with burnt fingers.  Connections will be keen to run again, assuming all is well with the gelding.

Wednesday, 20th October

SWANSEA JACK (S C Williams) left punters with burnt fingers on Wednesday night, as the gambled on favourite finished fast and too late.  A more positive ride can see him repaying the lost money - hopefully with interest!

Thursday, 14th October

KINIGI (R A Harris) has had a tremendous autumn & is still foiling the attentions of the handicapper.  She bolted up at Brighton today & is in such great heart, that it'll be hard for connections not to bring her out quickly again.

Thursday, 7th October

HIDDEN GLORY (Pat Eddery) fell out of the stalls at Wolverhampton tonight & never really recovered to land a blow.  He had previously bolted up at Kempton & is not one to write off yet.

Thursday, 30th, September

BOTHAM (J Goldie) is looking a seriously well handicapped horse & a winner waiting to happen.  He was held up off the pace for far too long at Ayr today & would appreciate a more positive ride.

Monday, 13th September

LADY PARIS (B Smart) posted a terrific debut run at Redcar today and can be considered a little unlucky to come up against two more streetwise rivals.  She knew her job well & should not be far off winning.

Tuesday, 31st August

JIBAAL (M Johnston) had a nightmare run in the Ripon nursery, starting slowly, getting outpaced & then not having a clear run at a vital moment.  Switched right inside the distance, the colt stayed on well & can be rated a little unlucky.

Saturday, 7th August

CLASS IS CLASS (Sir Michael Stoute) ran an excellent race at Haydock in testing conditions and appears to be over the worst of his quirks.  In the end, he was just outdone by a horse that handled the conditions better and looks a horse with a future.

Wednesday, 21st July

MME DE STAEL (Sir Mark Prescott) is highly strung but hopefully will really settle down now she has won a race.  Taken down early & ponied to the start, she was given a fine ride by Jimmy Quinn, winning by an easy four lengths.  There should be plenty more to come.

Wednesday, 14th July

CINAMAN (T Vaughan) was nailed on the line today in a thrilling finish to the 3m chase at Uttoxeter.  Connections had been waiting for some cut in the ground as the horse has been ready to run for some time.  Unfortunately, he got very het up at the start - which can't have helped - & maybe would have benefited from stronger handling at the finish.  He'll be of big interest next time.

Tuesday, 6th July

PERFECT BLOSSOM (K A Ryan) was given an ultra-confident ride by the in-form Paul Hanagan and the progressive, speedy filly may not have stopped winning.  She is the form of her life and with early pace to burn, is likely to reappear very soon.

Saturday, 19th June

RECALCITRANT (S Dow), despite the yard's excellent form, ended up needing the run on Saturday.  He took the lead up 2f but lack of race fitness told and he dropped away tamely.  He'll be of interest next time out on turf.

Tuesday, 8th June

SEA OF HEARTBREAK (R Charlton) looks a filly of some potential after cruising to victory at Salisbury today.  The assessor will not be kind after this taking performance but she could prove better than a handicapper.

Sunday, 30th May

MUJRAYAAT (M Jarvis) was slightly disappointing at Newmarket today but had to be brought out wider than ideal to challenge after a slow start.  He may also have come up against two good horses and his in-form trainer can surely place him to good effect next time.

Thursday, 20th May

NORTHSIDE PRINCE (G A Swinbank) almost returned to winning ways when switched to Fibresand on Thursday.  The horse is best with ease in the ground & took to the surface well, only finding a Sir Mark Prescott-trained hotpot too much to handle.  His turn is not far away.

Tuesday, 11th May

SELECT COMMITTEE (J J Quinn) was disappointing at Beverley today but usually takes a few runs to get going.  The cobwebs should now be firmly blown away and, with a bit of luck, the handicapper will relent by dropping him a few pounds.

Thursday, 29th April

LORD GUNNERSLAKE (T Vaughan) is suited by a strong pace & perhaps, more importantly, decent quick jumping ground.  He won readily at Huntingdon today and connections will be looking to follow up soon.

Friday, 23rd April

AMONG the trainers worth following during the summer jumps campaign is Tim Vaughan. Based in south Glamorgan, Tim has around 75 horses in training and he is a man going places.

Here are three horses from his stable who are worth keeping a close eye on:

BALLYAGRAN was second in the Galway Plate in 2007 and having been sidelined last season, is on the way back. He will be aimed at Listed-class handicaps this summer.

DEFINITE DAWN won a maiden point to point in Ireland and according to his trainer “is a progressive horse”.

Finally, HONORARY TITLE won a Wexford bumper last August but is still a maiden and looks sure to win races over here.

Thursday, 15th April

JUST FOR LEO (P D Evans) is one for the notebook after an eyecatching debut at Ripon.  Badly drawn in berth 13, he did well to finish a creditable fourth and can improve for the experience.

Tuesday, 13th April

CAPPAGH (P Hobbs) was all the rage early in the day but drifted alarmingly shortly before the off.  The writing was on the wall before too long in the race and the horse was pulled up.  Definitely better than this effort, he will be of interest next time.

Monday, 29th March

ZUIDER ZEE (J Gosden) is a half-brother to a champion three-year-old colt in Scandanvia & shaped with promise on his debut at Lingfield today.  Not knocked about, he can be a different proposition next time.

Thursday, 25th March

INLER (J Best) has been attracting serious attention after a blistering gallop on Tuesday morning.  The 2000 Guineas entrant has been clipped to a general 16/1 from 33s for the Classic & will appear at Leicester on April 8 in the ladbrokes.com Conditions Stakes as a warm up for the main event.  He has never been beyond 6f but breeding suggests the Guineas trip will not be a problem.  He looks worth a small ante-post interest at current prices.

Saturday, 20th March

TRANQUIL TIGER (H Cecil). Henry Cecil produced.Tranquil Tiger in tip top condition for the Winter Derby and the quirky but smart six-year-old repaid all the hard work in style.  He did idle in front but was too classy in what looked a decent renewal.  He remains a horse of some potential on fast surfaces.

HEADING TO FIRST (C Brittain) was easily disposed of in the end by Beyond but there was no disgrace in defeat.  Not the quickest learner, he is improving and can be found a race by his in-form handler.

Thursday, 4th March

RACQUEL WHITE (J L Flint) posted a most promising performance in cruising to victory at Ludlow.  She took advantage of the drying ground and a positive ride, to win as she liked.  She has the option of mares'-only races and it will be interesting to see what route connections take next time.

Sunday, 28th February

MADLOOL (W Haggas) was a disappointment considering his 280,000euros price tag.  However, Willie Haggas does well with his three-year-olds at this time of year & better can be expected from this brother to Aqlaam..

Tuesday, 23rd February

GRANNY MCPHEE (A Bailey) flopped at Lingfield the day after winning with plenty in hand at Wolverhampton the day before. She has only ever won at the West Midlands track and will be of interest on her return.

Friday, 12th February

KAMES PARK (R C Guest) bounced back to form with a hard-fought victory at Wolverhampton,  He started slowly, took time to find his feet, had to be switched & then won with a bit to spare.  He can follow up.

Tuesday, 9th Febraury

PAIR OF KINGS (G A Swinbank) was weak in the market on debut & looked as though he would come on plenty for the run.  His yard is only just moving up a gear after the cold snap & better will be expected next time.

Sunday, 31st January

ERINJAY (M Wigham) mugged Oceans Legend under a masterful ride to land the spoils at Lingfield.  The lightly-raced four-year-old is likely to make a quick reappearance without a penalty and looks progressive in this grade.

Thursday, 21st January

QOZAK (P Nicholls) cruised to victory on his seasonal bow & is likely to be aimed at the big Festival meetings.  In any case, he remains one to keep on the right side of.

Friday, 15th January

HOPE ROAD (A B Haynes) looked to be going really well on his Fibresand debut but was found lacking in the final few yards.  He may have just needed the run after a break & can come on for the effort.

Monday, 11th January

PEARL (Mrs A M Thorpe) may not have won on her return to the all-weather but ran a promising race to finish fifth at 50-1.  Having lost her way over the jumps, the run should have done her the world of good & the mare will be of interest next time.

Wednesday, 30th December

ERE ALFIE (Nick Williams) hails from a yard in hot form over the festive period and looks one to run up a sequence if kept at a realistic  level.  The way he trotted up today was impressive and although the opposition was limited, he could not have done the job any better.

Monday, 21st December

ON BORROWED WINGS (A Flemming) is well regarded & duly posted a fine effort when winning at Ffos Las on the Monday before Christmas.  It was a very smooth performance & the ex-Irish-trained gelding can be a force to be reckoned with in better races this winter.

Tuesday, 15th December

ELUSIVE HAWK (B Curley) blew any chance of winning by rearing at the start of the 5f handicap at Southwell.  He did make some belated late progress & can be seen to better effect when upped in trip.

Monday, 30th November

NATURAL ACTION (P Bowen) is proving a handful for the handicapper & absolutely bolted up at Folkestone today.  He was one of the easiest winners you will see & a quick follow up is expected.

MENORAH WON 12/1

Posted on Richard's Update on 14/3/2010: "take advantage of their (Paddy Power) generosity by backing MENORAH, who looked a high-class novice when accounting for the highly-regarded Bellvano at Kempton on Boxing Day."