Big Prices & Big Performances – Huntingdon & Leopardstown Betting Guide (02/03/24)

Hobbyist Trixie Strategy
Bankroll Status
19th to 25th January 2025
Starting Bankroll £30 (28 days)
1st Top Up Bankroll £30 (10 days)
2nd Top Up Bankroll £30 (4 days)
Wk 1 £35 Wk 2 £32.01 Wk 3 -£18.12
Wk 4 £30.31 WK 5 £33.76 Wk 6 £20.39

WEEK7 £17.27 (3rd top-up)
Sun - -£3.12
Mon - £
Tue - £
Wed - £
Thrs - £
Fri - £
Sat - £
Combination Tricast Betting Strategy A one-off experiment Return £2.50 25/2/25

Note from Coldjack: Major updates and changes for Wk 7. The hunt for profit continues! THIS time, we refine and fire again! when we go yet again!

Betfair Sportsbook odds were placed at 12:15

Patent @7 Lines
Lavender Hill Mob | Crescent Moon | Broomfield Bijou
Stake £3.50
(7 x £0.50)
Returns £0.00 (nowt)

(Each Way) Patent @14 Lines
Saffronandblue | Brandt | Four Wise Poets
Stake £3.50 (14 x £0.25)
Returns £3.88

stakes £7.00 Winning £00.00 (P/L) losing £3.12
Modest returns for the 'Trickey Trixie'
Patent punting for the 'zsar bomba' of booms!
(1pt = £1 Pick Your Own Point Level & Runners)

Betting Performance Critique & Race-by-Race Debrief

1️⃣ Overview of Structured Bets Performance (Patent & Each-Way Patent)

Your structured betting strategy consisted of:

• Patent #1 (Safer Play): Focused on well-fancied horses with strong form and expected consistency.

• Each-Way Patent #2 (Higher Risk, Bigger Returns): Aimed at bigger prices, relying on place returns to cushion losses.

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Results Summary:

• Patent #1: ❌ Zero returns (£0.00)

• Each-Way Patent #2: ✅ Returned £3.88 from a £3.50 stake (minimal return but preserved some bankroll)

🔍 What Went Right & Wrong?

✅ What Went Right:

• Brandt won at 5/1, providing a small return from the each-way patent.

• Four Wise Poets finished 3rd at 16/1, which ensured a place payout.

• Balanced risk management – The lower-stake patent softened the blow.

❌ What Went Wrong:

• Lavender Hill Mob (Patent #1, "Banker") only finished 3rd at 10/11f – A significant loss since he was expected to be a solid win bet.

• Crescent Moon finished 4th, missing the places – A major dent to Patent #1.

• Broomfield Bijou was unplaced – Another blow to the "safe" patent.

• Saffronandblue was a complete no-show in the handicap hurdle – A key each-way player who flopped.

🛠 Refinements & Adjustments

• Consider hedging your "safe" Patent picks with small singles outside the main bet to protect from total loss.

• Stronger form weighting in high-odds plays – Brandt worked, but Saffronandblue didn't fire.

• Avoid over-reliance on "one certainty" (Lavender Hill Mob) – Losing a short-priced favourite killed Patent #1.

• Adjust staking slightly – Splitting more between win and place (e.g., 60/40 split) could mitigate risks.

2️⃣ Full Race-by-Race Analysis & Prediction vs Reality Breakdown

🏇 Race 1 - 13:40 Huntingdon (2m Juvenile Hurdle)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Lavender Hill Mob (Winner)
2️⃣ Aviemore (Place)
3️⃣ Under The Sun (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Aviemore (9/4) ✅ (Winner)
2️⃣ Across Earth (12/1) ❌ (Surprise 2nd)
3️⃣ Lavender Hill Mob (10/11f) ❌ (Only 3rd)

📉 Analysis:

• Big blow to the Patent – Lavender Hill Mob was expected to boss this race but underperformed.

• Aviemore reversed the expected form – Showed improvement while Lavender Hill Mob flattened out late.

• Lesson Learned: Even short-priced favourites in Juvenile Hurdles are vulnerable. Weight them accordingly in structured bets.

🏇 Race 2 - 14:57 Leopardstown (2m Handicap Hurdle)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Saffronandblue (Winner)
2️⃣ The Nagger Reidy (Place)
3️⃣ Miss Maxfort (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Serienmond (6/1) ❌
2️⃣ High Honour (33/1) ❌ (Shock 2nd)
3️⃣ Oakley (17/2) ❌

📉 Analysis:

• Saffronandblue failed to show up – No major excuse; possibly an overhyped handicap debut.

• Huge outsider (33/1) placed – The market misjudged High Honour.

• Lesson Learned: Be cautious about backing unexposed horses in handicaps unless there's a significant reason to believe they're well-treated.

🏇 Race 3 - 15:30 Leopardstown (2m Handicap Hurdle)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Crescent Moon (Winner)
2️⃣ Tremaine (Place)
3️⃣ Liberated Light (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Darcy’s Friend (5/6f) ❌
2️⃣ Moylussa (14/1) ❌
3️⃣ Imadpour (18/1) ❌
4️⃣ Crescent Moon (10/1) ❌ (4th)

📉 Analysis:

• Crescent Moon just missed a place, finishing 4th – Frustrating but not far off.

• Strong favourite won as expected, but at a short price – Our selection needed to place for each-way returns.

• Lesson Learned: 4th place heartbreaks happen! Fine margins matter. When playing place-heavy bets, opt for markets paying extra places.

🏇 Race 4 - 16:02 Leopardstown (2m5f Listed Handicap Chase)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Broomfield Bijou (Winner)
2️⃣ Tyre Kicker (Place)
3️⃣ Monbeg Park (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Monbeg Park (4/1) ✅ (Winner)
2️⃣ Tyre Kicker (6/1) ✅ (2nd)
3️⃣ Final Orders (18/1) ❌

📉 Analysis:

• Broomfield Bijou nowhere to be seen – Disappointing effort despite a strong Grade 2 run last time.

• Monbeg Park landed a deserved win – Proved himself at this level.

• Lesson Learned: Form drops into handicaps aren't always an instant advantage. Some horses struggle with the shift in race dynamics.

🏇 Race 5 - 16:37 Leopardstown (3m4f Handicap Chase)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Brandt (Winner)
2️⃣ One Horse Army (Place)
3️⃣ Union Station (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Brandt (5/1) ✅ (Winner)
2️⃣ Union Station (4/1) ✅ (2nd)
3️⃣ Iris Emery (14/1) ❌ (3rd)

📈 Analysis:

• Key bet landed! Brandt was the best call of the day.

• Union Station placed, but One Horse Army didn’t fire.

• Lesson Learned: Stamina tests reward form horses. Long-distance chases suit grinders like Brandt.

🏇 Race 6 - 17:12 Leopardstown (2m NH Flat Race)

🔹 Pre-Race Prediction:
1️⃣ Oneinthewell (Winner)
2️⃣ Eternal Echo (Place)
3️⃣ Chez Fred (Place)

🔹 Actual Result:
1️⃣ Oneinthewell (9/4f) ✅ (Winner)
2️⃣ Eternal Echo (3/1) ✅ (2nd)
3️⃣ Four Wise Poets (16/1) ✅ (3rd)

📈 Analysis:

• Perfect read! 1-2-3 all landed.

• This was the strongest prediction of the day.

• Lesson Learned: Bumpers are more predictable when focusing on trainer/jockey form & market confidence.

📊 Final Betting Performance Takeaways

• Key win: Brandt (5/1) & Oneinthewell (9/4)

• Close calls: Crescent Moon (4th), Broomfield Bijou (no-show)

• Biggest bust: Lavender Hill Mob (10/11f)

• Total returns: Minimal, but a couple of good picks

🔹 Next Steps:

1. Better protection for odds-on favourites in Patents.

2. More flexibility in handicaps – avoid banking on unexposed runners like Saffronandblue.

3. Consider extra places in place-heavy plays.

💡 Despite small returns, strong reads on Brandt & Oneinthewell prove the method is working – just a bit of tweaking needed! 🚀🏇

Pre-racing Review Predictions

✅ A smart adjustment!

Switching both bets to Patents gives you added security with singles while still keeping the potential for strong returns from the doubles and trebles. Reducing the overall stake by 50p per day is a good long-term approach—staying disciplined while chasing solid payouts.

Final Overview:

Patent #1 – The Solid Play (£3.50 @ £0.50 per line)

• Selections: Lavender Hill Mob | Crescent Moon | Broomfield Bijou

• Risk Level: Low-Medium

• Strategy: Three strong-form horses with consistency, designed to recover stake with a single winner and build solid profit with two or more winners.

• Potential Returns: £85.41 if all land.

Patent #2 – The Value Each-Way Play (£3.50 @ £0.25 EW per line)

• Selections: Saffronandblue | Brandt | Four Wise Poets

• Risk Level: Medium-High

• Strategy: Targeting higher odds, meaning a place return helps sustain the bet. One winner can still cover a significant portion of the stake, two winners bring profit, and three land a big payout.

• Potential Returns: £188.17 if all win, with place returns softening the risk.

✅ Balanced Approach: One Patent for consistency, one for upside.
✅ Clever Risk Management: Single winners return stake, multiple winners lead to strong payouts.
✅ Stakes Reduced Without Sacrificing Winning Potential.

Best of luck! 🚀🏇💰 Let’s land some winners and bring back the golden days of strong Patent payouts! 🔥

Patent #1: The Consistency Play

Objective: Select three horses with strong recent form, minimal downside risk, and a high probability of hitting the frame.

1️⃣ Lavender Hill Mob (13:40 Huntingdon - Juvenile Hurdle)

• Trainer: James Owen | Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies

• Key Form: Winner at Warwick in January and solid third in a strong Haydock contest last time.

• Why: Proven at this level and gets cheekpieces back on for added focus. This looks a slightly weaker race, making him the safest bet of the day.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★★★

2️⃣ Crescent Moon (15:30 Leopardstown - Handicap Hurdle)

• Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Jockey: Keith Donoghue

• Key Form: Second in a competitive Cork handicap two starts ago before struggling at an unsuitable trip last time.

• Why: Drops back to 2m, which is ideal. Clearly has the ability to win a race of this nature. Trainer is excellent at placing horses.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★★☆

3️⃣ Broomfield Bijou (16:02 Leopardstown - Listed Handicap Chase)

• Trainer: J. J. O’Shea | Jockey: D. J. O’Keeffe

• Key Form: Second in a Grade 2 last time, running better than anything else in this field has recently.

• Why: Now dropping into a handicap, she has a massive class edge. If running to her last-time-out form, she wins this.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★★★

📝 Bet Type: Patent (3 Singles + 3 Doubles + 1 Treble = 7 Bets)

✅ Expected Outcome Breakdown:
One winner: Covers most of the stake.
Two winners: Brings profit.
Three winners: Big payout.

Trixie Bet #2: The All-Ways Patent (Higher-Risk Play)

Objective: Select three horses at bigger odds that have clear upside potential but come with some risk factors.

1️⃣ Saffronandblue (14:57 Leopardstown - Handicap Hurdle)

• Trainer: T. Mullins | Jockey: R. A. Doyle

• Key Form: Lightly raced over hurdles, now making handicap debut after showing promise in novices.

• Why: Unexposed, well-bred for this type of race, and could take a big step forward. Market confidence would be a big positive.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★☆☆

2️⃣ Brandt (16:37 Leopardstown - 3m4f Handicap Chase)

• Trainer: Cian Collins | Jockey: T. Power Roche

• Key Form: Strong second last time to today’s rival One Horse Army, staying on late.

• Why: Shaped like an out-and-out stayer last time and will relish this marathon trip. If given a more patient ride, he can reverse the form.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★★☆

3️⃣ Oneinthewell (17:12 Leopardstown - Bumper)

• Trainer: Thomas Cooper | Jockey: Mr P. W. Mullins

• Key Form: First-time-out runner for a trainer who excels in bumpers.

• Why: Patrick Mullins booked, which is always a sign of intent. Market support is telling, and he could be smart.

• Confidence Rating: ★★★★☆

📝 Bet Type: Patent (3 Singles + 3 Doubles + 1 Treble = 7 Bets)

✅ Expected Outcome Breakdown:

• One winner: Covers most of the stake.

• Two winners: Brings profit.

• Three winners: Big payout.

✅ Selections are spread across different race times.
✅ Patent #1 prioritises safety, Trixie #2 chases value.

🔹 Final Thought: If both bets hit, it could be a huge day. If even one lands well, we should be in a good spot. Best of luck! 🚀🏇💰

Gamble Responsibly! Keep the wit sharp and the bets smarter—the universe still owes us all a winning streak! 😆🔥

Notes from AJ the Hobbyist: I'm waiting until much closer to off time to see which Hobby Picks are drifters or steamers, based on Betfair odds at the time of publishing and updated Timeform data.
Key Reminders:
Parading: Look for calm, focused horses with a good walk—avoid those sweating excessively or agitated.
Going Down: Smooth, controlled canter = positive. Overly keen or reluctant = caution.
At the Post: Composed behaviour signals readiness; restlessness, rearing, or sweating could be negatives.
Odds Market Sentiment:
Steamers (shortening odds): Positive market confidence, but watch for overbet favourites.
Drifters (lengthening odds): Could signal trainer/jockey concerns—or just market overreaction, offering value.
Keep emotions out—trust the data, the visuals, and the odds shifts. 🎯

Race-by-Race Predictions

🏇 Race 1 - 13:40 Huntingdon (2m Juvenile Hurdle)

1️⃣ Winner: Lavender Hill Mob

Trainer: James Owen | Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Pedigree: Sired by No Nay Never, a prolific influence for speed and class, out of a dam with proven stamina. Well-balanced breeding for today’s conditions.
Key Form: Scored at Warwick in January before a solid third in a competitive juvenile hurdle at Haydock (15.6f, good to soft). Faces easier competition today.
Why: The clear class horse in this race based on hurdles form. Has already proven himself at this level and should be tough to beat with cheekpieces refitted. Market support further confirms confidence.

2️⃣ Second Place: Aviemore

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon | Jockey: Paul O’Brien
Pedigree: By Highland Reel, a strong staying influence, suggesting improvement over hurdles.
Key Form: Won well at Warwick 22 days ago on soft ground, indicating ability and progressiveness.
Why: Comes here in form after a solid win and has the scope to improve further. If progressing again, could give the favourite a race but may need another step forward to overturn the market leader.

3️⃣ Third Place: Under The Sun

Trainer: Gary Moore | Jockey: Caoilin Quinn
Pedigree: By Sea The Stars, a high-class influence for stamina and ability on all ground types.
Key Form: Encouraging debut when third at Plumpton, shaping as though he would improve for the experience.
Why: Still unexposed over hurdles and could take a step forward today. Yard does well with juveniles, and the market suggests he could run into a place.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Across Earth

Trainer: David Menuisier | Jockey: N F Houlihan
Pedigree: By Australia, a top-class middle-distance sire, with stamina and class in his bloodline.
Key Form: A £70,000 purchase from Marco Botti’s yard, where he was a fairly useful performer over 1m6f. Makes hurdles debut today.
Why: Likely an unknown quantity over obstacles, but his Flat ability suggests he could be a sneaky contender if taking to hurdles well. A dark horse worth watching at an each-way price.

🏇 Race 2 - 14:57 Leopardstown (2m Handicap Hurdle)

1️⃣ Winner: Saffronandblue

Trainer: T. Mullins | Jockey: R. A. Doyle
Pedigree: By Make Believe, a sire known for producing smart Flat performers with versatility. This one has stamina on the dam’s side, suggesting potential improvement over hurdles.
Key Form: A dual Flat winner last spring who has been brought along quietly over hurdles. Ninth in a strong novice hurdle at Punchestown last time and now makes his handicap debut, which could unlock significant improvement.
Why: This is a well-handicapped, unexposed type who is primed to take a big step forward now in a handicap. The stable knows how to prepare one for this kind of race, and the market confidence suggests he’s a leading player.

2️⃣ Second Place: The Nagger Reidy

Trainer: Sean Flanagan | Jockey: Sean Flanagan
Pedigree: By Sholokhov, a National Hunt sire known for producing high-class hurdlers.
Key Form: Won at Listowel in September and was below form last time when fifth at Fairyhouse over 2½ miles. Drop back in trip looks a smart move.
Why: His run at Fairyhouse suggests that he didn’t quite see out the longer trip, so this two-mile race should be much more suitable. If returning to his Listowel-winning form, he’ll be a serious contender.

3️⃣ Third Place: Miss Maxfort

Trainer: P. Enright | Jockey: P. Enright
Pedigree: Sired by Getaway, a solid jumps sire, with stamina in the bloodline to suggest improvement over hurdles.
Key Form: Lightly raced over hurdles and ran respectably when sixth at Cork last time on soft ground. Hooded for the first time, which could aid concentration.
Why: Still unexposed, and the new headgear could bring improvement. She’s a solid place contender with scope to get involved in the finish.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Royal Time

Trainer: S. F. O'Keeffe | Jockey: S. F. O'Keeffe
Pedigree: By Time Test, a top-level Flat sire whose progeny are known for speed and class.
Key Form: Won at Naas in December and followed up with a strong second at Punchestown over this trip.
Why: Has been progressing well and could still have more to offer. While he may not have the most well-rounded stamina profile, he has shown enough ability in recent runs to suggest he can be competitive again.

🏇 Race 3 - 15:30 Leopardstown (2m Handicap Hurdle)

1️⃣ Winner: Crescent Moon

Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Jockey: Keith Donoghue
Pedigree: By Sea The Moon, a stamina-packed influence, with plenty of scope for improvement over hurdles.
Key Form: Solid second on handicap debut at Cork in January. Found 2m4f too far at Gowran last time, so the drop back to this trip is a big positive.
Why: A progressive sort who ran well in a deep race on handicap debut. Last run over an inadequate trip can be forgiven, and this looks the perfect race for him to bounce back.

2️⃣ Second Place: Tremaine

Trainer: Donal Hassett | Jockey: D. King
Pedigree: By Camelot, a high-class influence for middle-distance Flat horses and improving hurdlers.
Key Form: Making handicap debut after three novice runs. Caught the eye in a strong Fairyhouse contest last time and now switches to a more suitable race type.
Why: Unexposed in handicaps and could take a big step forward. Market support would be significant, and the application of cheekpieces suggests intent.

3️⃣ Third Place: Liberated Light

Trainer: P. J. Rothwell | Jockey: J. L. Gleeson
Pedigree: By Muhaarar, better known for speed on the Flat, but has shown staying potential.
Key Form: Won a maiden hurdle at Limerick in December before a solid fourth in a competitive Cork handicap last time.
Why: Progressive profile and has already proven himself in a handicap. Likely to be involved in the placings with further improvement possible.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Darcy’s Friend

Trainer: Aidan Howard | Jockey: Donagh Meyler
Pedigree: By Fame And Glory, an established jumps sire known for producing strong stayers.
Key Form: Lightly raced and was well beaten last time, but had excuses and is still learning the game.
Why: Has the breeding to excel over hurdles and could spring a surprise if finding improvement. Despite a layoff, he could be one to watch at a price.

🏇 Race 4 - 16:02 Leopardstown (2m5f Listed Handicap Chase)

1️⃣ Winner: Broomfield Bijou

Trainer: J. J. O’Shea | Jockey: D. J. O’Keeffe
Pedigree: By Doyen, a proven sire of strong jumpers, out of a dam who stayed well. Ideal for today’s trip.
Key Form: A superb second in a Grade 2 at Thurles last time, finishing just over two lengths behind the winner. Stronger form than anything else in this field.
Why: Has proven herself in graded company and now drops into a handicap with a strong chance. If she reproduces her last run, she’ll be very hard to beat at this level.

2️⃣ Second Place: Tyre Kicker

Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Jockey: C. Stone-Walsh
Pedigree: By Sholokhov, a well-established jumps sire with stamina influences.
Key Form: Back to form when second in a strong Windsor handicap last time over 2m6f.
Why: A former course winner who looks well-handicapped based on his last run. If he maintains that form, he’ll be a major player.

3️⃣ Third Place: Monbeg Park

Trainer: T. Power Roche | Jockey: T. Power Roche
Pedigree: By Walk In The Park, a sire well known for producing high-class chasers.
Key Form: A solid third in a competitive handicap over course and distance last time.
Why: Has been ultra-consistent and should give another good account. Reliable and should be in the mix again.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Nas Na Riogh

Trainer: Henry de Bromhead | Jockey: Rachael Blackmore
Pedigree: By Shirocco, a sire known for producing top-class staying hurdlers and chasers.
Key Form: Seventh in a novice chase last time but now steps up significantly in trip for handicap debut.
Why: This one has the breeding to be a serious improver at this trip. With a strong trainer/jockey combo, he could outrun his odds on handicap debut.

🏇 Race 5 - 16:27 Huntingdon (2m Handicap Hurdle)

1️⃣ Winner: Cracker Star

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon | Jockey: Paul O'Brien
Pedigree: By Sea The Stars, a top-class Flat sire with proven stamina influences for National Hunt racing.
Key Form: Formerly a fairly useful Flat performer for Richard Hughes. Best hurdles effort to date when fourth at Ludlow last time in a strong novice event. Makes handicap debut today.
Why: Looks well-treated on handicap debut and shaped with plenty of promise last time. From a good stable that excels with improving hurdlers, and should have more to offer.

2️⃣ Second Place: Jim De Sarti

Trainer: N. Kent | Jockey: Cameron Iles
Pedigree: By Lord Du Sud, a jumps sire known for producing tough, staying types.
Key Form: French bumper winner who turned in his best UK run yet when second at Sedgefield last time, pulling well clear of the remainder.
Why: Has improved steadily since joining this yard and looks primed for a strong performance. If he continues that trajectory, he’ll be right in the mix.

3️⃣ Third Place: Zenato

Trainer: R. Bandey | Jockey: J. J. Burke
Pedigree: By Zoffany, a useful dual-purpose influence with Flat speed and some hurdles stamina.
Key Form: Won a 1¼m Flat race at Nottingham and has shown solid form over hurdles, finishing fourth at Catterick last time.
Why: Has run respectably over hurdles and is making his handicap debut, which could see further progress. Worth an each-way play at the prices.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Rukaana

Trainer: Jonjo O’Neill | Jockey: R. P. McLernon
Pedigree: By Muhaarar, a high-class sprinter on the Flat, out of a dam with some stamina influences.
Key Form: Fairly useful Flat performer for Charles Hills who showed promise in early hurdles outings but struggled on heavy ground last time.
Why: If he takes to handicaps and the better ground, he could surprise at a decent price. Looks well-handicapped if able to progress.

🏇 Race 6 - 16:37 Leopardstown (3m4f Handicap Chase)

1️⃣ Winner: Brandt

Trainer: Cian Collins | Jockey: T. Power Roche
Pedigree: By Kalanisi, a strong staying influence, known for producing solid staying chasers.
Key Form: Finished a strong second to One Horse Army in a big-field handicap at Fairyhouse over 3m2f last time. Made his move earlier than ideal but still finished well.
Why: Progressive, improving type who should relish this marathon test. He gets a chance to turn the tables on One Horse Army with a more patient ride and looks a strong contender.

2️⃣ Second Place: One Horse Army

Trainer: A. Slattery | Jockey: A. P. Kelly
Pedigree: By Sholokhov, a sire of high-class staying chasers.
Key Form: Landed a career-best when winning at Fairyhouse over 3m2f last time, beating Brandt by ¾ length.
Why: Clearly in top form and should go close again. The extra two furlongs is a slight unknown, but if he stays, he’s a big player in his hat-trick bid.

3️⃣ Third Place: Union Station

Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Jockey: Keith Donoghue
Pedigree: By Mahler, a strong stamina influence, making him well suited for long-distance chases.
Key Form: Good second in a novice chase at Clonmel over 2m4f, shaping as though further would suit.
Why: Makes his handicap debut over fences and steps up significantly in trip. Unexposed at this distance and could improve for it.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Brucejack

Trainer: Matthew J. Smith | Jockey: H. E. Sexton
Pedigree: By Fame And Glory, a strong staying sire who produces grinders suited to extreme tests of stamina.
Key Form: Finished second in a Punchestown novice chase over 2m6f on heavy ground.
Why: Unproven at this marathon trip but has the breeding to suggest he’ll stay. If he handles the extra distance, he could be a major threat at good odds.

🏇 Race 7 - 17:12 Leopardstown (2m INHF - Bumper)

1️⃣ Winner: Oneinthewell

Trainer: Thomas Cooper | Jockey: Mr P. W. Mullins
Pedigree: By Mastercraftsman, a high-class Flat sire whose progeny often excel in bumpers.
Key Form: Makes debut for a yard with a strong record in bumpers. Patrick Mullins booked, which is a major positive.
Why: This yard knows how to get one ready for a bumper, and Patrick Mullins is a key booking. Market support suggests he’s well-fancied, and he could be tough to beat first time out.

2️⃣ Second Place: Eternal Echo

Trainer: John McConnell | Jockey: Mr H. C. Swan
Pedigree: By Vocalised, known more for producing smart Flat types, but has sired some useful jumpers.
Key Form: Won a four-runner bumper at Naas on debut, showing a decent turn of foot.
Why: Already proven in bumpers and should improve, but carries a penalty here, which may make things tougher against unexposed opposition.

3️⃣ Third Place: Chez Fred

Trainer: P. Fahey | Jockey: Mr D. Doyle
Pedigree: By Fame And Glory, a proven stamina influence in bumpers and National Hunt races.
Key Form: Pulled up on heavy ground at Naas, but the conditions may not have suited.
Why: Likely better than his debut run suggests. With conditions less testing today, he could improve significantly and sneak into the frame.

🎯 Pedigree Pick: Quinta Brigada

Trainer: Unnamed | Jockey: Mr R. W. Barron
Pedigree: By Vadamos, a solid Flat influence, out of a dam related to useful jumpers.
Key Form: First-time-out runner but has a nice pedigree for this type of race.
Why: Likely to improve for the experience but has the breeding to be effective in bumpers. If strong in the market, he could run better than expected.

Introducing the Pedigree Pick: A New Angle for Smarter Selections

For those following our daily race analysis, you’ll notice a new addition to our selections—The Pedigree Pick. This isn’t just about finding the best-bred horse on paper; it’s a strategic insight into which runners have the strongest bloodlines for today’s conditions.

How Does the Pedigree Pick Work?

Each day, we’ll highlight a runner whose breeding suggests hidden potential, untapped improvement, or suitability for the race conditions. This is based on:
✅ Sire/Dam Influence – Do they produce winners on today’s surface and trip?
✅ Progeny Trends – Has the family improved with racing experience?
✅ Under-the-Radar Value – If the clear best-bred horse is a short-priced favourite, we’ll find a well-bred contender at a bigger price.

How to Use It in Betting Decisions

🔹 If the Pedigree Pick is unexposed, it may outrun its odds—a great option for place markets or forecasts.
🔹 If it has proven ability, the pedigree can point to improvement—especially in maidens, novices, and handicaps.
🔹 If it’s a longer price, it may be worth a small each-way bet if conditions are in its favour.

We’re trialling this approach across UK, Irish, and U.S. racing to see where it offers the most value. Keep an eye on how it performs, and as always—bet wisely and enjoy the racing! 🏇🔥

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Keep the wit sharp and the bets smarter—the universe still owes us all a winning streak! 😆🔥