Kempton 27 December 2025 – V15 Overlay Blog | Tactical Forecasts + Smart Stats Integration

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📝 Critique & Debrief | Kempton – Saturday 27 December 2025

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💷 Structured Bets Critique & Learning Points

Bet Structure:
Yankee – Audacious Annie | Lump Sum | Thistle Ask | Kap Vert
Stake £3.30 → Return £0.00

Outcome Summary:
• 1 of 4 legs WON (Thistle Ask)
• 1 of 4 legs placed (Kap Vert 3rd)
• 2 legs unplaced (Audacious Annie, Lump Sum)

What went right:
• THISTLE ASK delivered a clean, model-perfect win in the 14:30. AU figs, Smart Stats, gear, class and pace all aligned exactly as forecast.
• KAP VERT ran to structure, hitting the frame in a race where the forecast combo landed 1st–3rd inside the V15 zone.

What went wrong:
• AUDACIOUS ANNIE: Win Pick failed despite forecast logic holding. STAR WALKING (forecast partner) won, confirming structure but not outcome.
• LUMP SUM: Strongest pre-race integrity read failed to convert; forecast partner MAMBONUMBERFIVE won, with ALNILAM and MIRABAD close up.

Learning Points:
• Yankee exposure punished by win-only staking despite high structural hit rate.
• Forecast logic continues to outperform Win Pick strike rate.
• Grade 2 / Class 1 races again highlight that “right race, wrong horse” remains a core variance risk, not a model failure.

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🏁 Race-by-Race Breakdown

12:45 – Juvenile Hurdle
Pre-race: WHATSGOINGONMARVIN Win Pick; MAESTRO CONTI / ZARAKERJACK forecast.
Result: MAESTRO CONTI WON; ZARAKERJACK 3rd.
Assessment: Structure held cleanly. Forecast combo delivered 1st–3rd. Win Pick missed, but overlay integrity intact. D Skelton switch angle proved decisive.

13:20 – Mares’ Handicap Hurdle
Pre-race: AUDACIOUS ANNIE Win Pick; STAR WALKING / GREYVAL forecast.
Result: STAR WALKING WON; AUDACIOUS ANNIE unplaced.
Assessment: Forecast logic validated. Win Pick exposed by stamina distribution late. No structural collapse; outcome variance absorbed.

13:55 – Wayward Lad Novices’ Chase (G2)
Pre-race: LUMP SUM Win Pick; MAMBONUMBERFIVE / ALNILAM forecast.
Result: MAMBONUMBERFIVE WON; ALNILAM 4th; LUMP SUM unplaced.
Assessment: AU and R&S cluster finished 1st–4th. Anchor missed, but forecast zone fully correct. Class 1 volatility noted.

14:30 – Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (G2)
Pre-race: THISTLE ASK Win Pick; RYAN’S ROCKET / SAINT SEGAL forecast.
Result: THISTLE ASK WON; SAINT SEGAL 2nd.
Assessment: Textbook V15 race. Win Pick and forecast delivered cleanly. Model peak performance.

15:07 – Handicap Chase
Pre-race: VIROFLAY Win Pick; KAP VERT / MONTREGARD forecast.
Result: VIROFLAY WON; KAP VERT 3rd.
Assessment: Win Pick correct. Forecast zone hit 1st–3rd. Strong validation of market-layer integration.

15:37 – Handicap Hurdle
Pre-race: INDEMNITY Win Pick; TRUSTINTIMES / DE TEMPS EN TEMPS forecast.
Result: WILLITHEBUILDER WON; TRUSTINTIMES 2nd; INDEMNITY 4th.
Assessment: Forecast partner TRUSTINTIMES ran exactly to structure. Win Pick exposed by pace reversal. Structure held; result variance accepted.

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📉 Cumulative Outcome Analysis

• 6 races analysed
• 2 of 6 V15 Win Picks WON (Thistle Ask, Viroflay)
• 5 of 6 races saw forecast runners hit the frame
• 4 of 6 races delivered forecast combos inside top 3
• Yankee return: £0.00 despite high structural accuracy

Key Pattern:
Structure > Outcome once again. Forecast layer outperformed win layer across the card.

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🔧 Model Reflection & Refinement Notes

• Forecast Combo logic continues to be the most reliable performance layer.
• Win-only staking in multi-leg bets remains high-variance when forecasts dominate.
• Grade 1–2 races show higher “anchor miss / partner win” frequency – consider Exacta/Trifecta emphasis over Win exposure.
• Stable switch logic validated strongly (Maestro Conti).
• No evidence of model drift or hindsight bias. Charter discipline held throughout.

Charter Verdict:
Structure held. Discipline held. Outcome variance absorbed.

Pre-racing Preview & Predictions

🟩 V15 EARLY DOORS – KEMPTON | SATURDAY 27 DECEMBER 2025
(Live Overlay • AU Integrated • Charter Locked)

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🏁 12:45 – Get Your Ladbrokes Free Kempton Bet Introductory Juvenile Hurdle
(2m | 3yo | Class 2 | Turf – Good | 9 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: WHATSGOINGONMARVIN
🎯 Forecast Combo: WHATSGOINGONMARVIN → MAESTRO CONTI / ZARAKERJACK
• WHATSGOINGONMARVIN (15pts) – Clear AU model-topper, strongest For/Against bias, topped Career SR layer
• MAESTRO CONTI (10pts) – Switch to D Skelton yard, 2nd rated, Smart Stats H4C trainer/jockey pairing
• ZARAKERJACK (4pts) – Overlay fig support, drift resistance shown on early BF markets

⚠️ Caution Marker: PROVISION – Cold yard + stable switch + pace map clash
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: WHATSGOINGONMARVIN
Partners: MAESTRO CONTI, ZARAKERJACK
Combos Covered:
WHATSGOINGONMARVIN & MAESTRO CONTI; WHATSGOINGONMARVIN & ZARAKERJACK

📌 Why this works:
• Strong AU fig alignment + top Career SR
• Trainer switch to D Skelton fires on Smart Stats
• Early price resistance vs weaker overlay zones

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🏁 13:20 – Join Ladbrokes Bet 5 Get 30 Mares' Handicap Hurdle
(3m 121y | 4yo+ | Class 2 | Turf – Good | 10 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: AUDACIOUS ANNIE
🎯 Forecast Combo: AUDACIOUS ANNIE → STAR WALKING / GREYVAL
• AUDACIOUS ANNIE (11pts) – Top AU fig scorer, Smart Stats overlay (Jamie Snowden H4T), cheekpieces reapplied
• STAR WALKING (7pts) – Distance synergy, Smart Stats jockey (Harry Cobden), high recent place rate
• GREYVAL (5pts) – OR drop angle, ranks in top earners, pace map well-placed

⚠️ Caution Marker: MUSIQUE DE FEE – First-time visor, 0% SR trainer at track, lacks stamina on clock
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: AUDACIOUS ANNIE
Partners: STAR WALKING, GREYVAL
Combos Covered:
AUDACIOUS ANNIE & STAR WALKING; AUDACIOUS ANNIE & GREYVAL

📌 Why this works:
• H4T combo in strong form (trainer + Snowden runner logic)
• Fig overlay aligns with recent market support
• Low draw and pace tracker boost for STAR WALKING

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🏁 13:55 – Ladbrokes Wayward Lad Novices’ Chase (G2)
(2m | 4yo+ | Class 1 | Turf – Good | 5 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: LUMP SUM
🎯 Forecast Combo: LUMP SUM → MAMBONUMBERFIVE / ALNILAM
• LUMP SUM (14pts) – R&S model-topper, Fastest Time boost, full AU match
• MAMBONUMBERFIVE (11pts) – Big earner, consistent speed fig support, overlay structure matches
• ALNILAM (9pts) – Big owner combo, Smart Stats cold filter offset by in-running sectionals last time

⚠️ Caution Marker: MIRABAD – Dual gear angle may backfire; trip may be sharp based on closing speeds
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: LUMP SUM
Partners: MAMBONUMBERFIVE, ALNILAM
Combos Covered:
LUMP SUM & MAMBONUMBERFIVE; LUMP SUM & ALNILAM

📌 Why this works:
• R&S + AU clean match = strongest integrity read
• Stable trend for MAMBONUMBERFIVE aligns with fig structure
• ALNILAM offers value partner with forecast steam profile

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🏁 14:30 – Ladbrokes Desert Orchid Handicap Chase (Grade 2 Limited Handicap)
(2m | 4yo+ | Class 1 | Turf – Good | 7 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: THISTLE ASK
🎯 Forecast Combo: THISTLE ASK → RYAN'S ROCKET / SAINT SEGAL
• THISTLE ASK (17pts) – AU and R&S model-topper, max Smart Stats combo (Skelton yard + gear overlay: hood & tongue strap), full surface/pace match
• RYAN’S ROCKET (8pts) – Clear overlay synergy, fits pace profile, mid-capable on clock and sectional drift tracking
• SAINT SEGAL (8pts) – Hot yard, top 3 earner, trip and going suited, slight caution due to class compression

⚠️ Caution Marker: SANS BRUIT – Gear neutralised vs pace profile, poor track record despite top earnings
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: THISTLE ASK
Partners: RYAN’S ROCKET, SAINT SEGAL
Combos Covered:
THISTLE ASK & RYAN’S ROCKET; THISTLE ASK & SAINT SEGAL

📌 Why this works:
• Class-limited setup with fig dominance
• Dual-gear Smart Stats overlay for anchor
• Top 3 runners cover AU and R&S clusters

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🏁 15:07 – Ladbrokes Big Football Bet Builder Boosts Handicap Chase
(3m | 4yo+ | Class 2 | Turf – Good | 7 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: VIROFLAY
🎯 Forecast Combo: VIROFLAY → KAP VERT / MONTREGARD
• VIROFLAY (9pts) – Strong R&S overlay, early steam flagged, Smart Stats profile match, stable figures rising
• KAP VERT (8pts) – Forecast partner with durable stamina fig and OR drift edge
• MONTREGARD (7pts) – Visor trigger engaged, fits overlay zone, track suitability backed in figures

⚠️ Caution Marker: PRINCE ZALTAR – Beaten fav LTO, headgear deployed again, vulnerable to pace collapse late
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: VIROFLAY
Partners: KAP VERT, MONTREGARD
Combos Covered:
VIROFLAY & KAP VERT; VIROFLAY & MONTREGARD

📌 Why this works:
• Viroflay rated best match for stamina + trainer overlay
• Gear use validated for Montregard
• Kap Vert sits in best strike-zone for late combos

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🏁 15:37 – Ladbrokes Get Rewarded With Ladbucks Handicap Hurdle
(2m | 3yo+ | Class 3 | Turf – Good | 6 Runners)

⛳ Tactical Forecast:
🏆 V15 Win Pick: INDEMNITY
🎯 Forecast Combo: INDEMNITY → TRUSTINTIMES / DE TEMPS EN TEMPS
• INDEMNITY (10pts) – Dual AU and R&S leader, strongest L12M performance, sits top in class/clock synergy
• TRUSTINTIMES (10pts) – Identical AU score, matching stamina profile, BF last run performance justifies overlay
• DE TEMPS EN TEMPS (6pts) – Under radar drift-resister, smart pace sectionals and within stamina range

⚠️ Caution Marker: WANDERING EGO – Beaten fav LTO, market cold, Smart Stats overlay absent
🎲 TOTE Exacta & Trifecta Bet (V15-S):
Anchor: INDEMNITY
Partners: TRUSTINTIMES, DE TEMPS EN TEMPS
Combos Covered:
INDEMNITY & TRUSTINTIMES; INDEMNITY & DE TEMPS EN TEMPS

📌 Why this works:
• Dual-anchor AU overlay with near-identical fig weight
• All runners exposed in class, pace reads clean
• Smart Stats confirms absence of danger overlays

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📌 FINAL SUMMARY SECTION

🔵 Top Win Picks
• 12:45 – WHATSGOINGONMARVIN
• 13:20 – AUDACIOUS ANNIE
• 13:55 – LUMP SUM
• 14:30 – THISTLE ASK
• 15:07 – VIROFLAY
• 15:37 – INDEMNITY

🟡 Forecast Combos
• 12:45 – MAESTRO CONTI / ZARAKERJACK
• 13:20 – STAR WALKING / GREYVAL
• 13:55 – MAMBONUMBERFIVE / ALNILAM
• 14:30 – RYAN’S ROCKET / SAINT SEGAL
• 15:07 – KAP VERT / MONTREGARD
• 15:37 – TRUSTINTIMES / DE TEMPS EN TEMPS

🟢 EW/Combo Value Inclusions
• ZARAKERJACK – Fig support + BF drift resistance
• GREYVAL – OR drop + course angle
• ALNILAM – Top 3 earner + Smart Stats inclusion
• SAINT SEGAL – Smart yard + pace bias benefit
• MONTREGARD – Gear trigger angle + class suitable
• DE TEMPS EN TEMPS – Drift-resistant form marker

🎲 TOTE Combos Recap
• WHATSGOINGONMARVIN → MAESTRO CONTI / ZARAKERJACK
• AUDACIOUS ANNIE → STAR WALKING / GREYVAL
• LUMP SUM → MAMBONUMBERFIVE / ALNILAM
• THISTLE ASK → RYAN’S ROCKET / SAINT SEGAL
• VIROFLAY → KAP VERT / MONTREGARD
• INDEMNITY → TRUSTINTIMES / DE TEMPS EN TEMPS

⚠️ Caution Marker List (with reasons)
• PROVISION – Cold stable, switch runner, out of fig zone
• MUSIQUE DE FEE – Gear change risk, stamina query, no support
• MIRABAD – Trip mismatch + dual gear overuse risk
• SANS BRUIT – Gear neutralised, trend mismatch
• PRINCE ZALTAR – LTO fav beaten, pace vulnerability
• WANDERING EGO – Beaten fav, Smart Stats absent

🧾 Signature:
“Structure never lies – it just doesn’t apologise.” – V15 Overlay Syndicate
🔒 Reminder: V15 models the shape — not the result. Structure is truth. Results are variance.

🟩 V15 VALIDATION & TRUST LAYER – KEMPTON | SATURDAY 27 DECEMBER 2025
(Structural Integrity Audit • Charter Locked • No Drift Permitted)

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🔹 TOP JOCKEYS & TRAINERS
✅ Included:
• Harry Skelton – Rides multiple overlays (e.g. MAESTRO CONTI, MIRABAD, PRINCE ZALTAR, THISTLE ASK); Hot Jockey (18.5%) + Hot Trainer (D Skelton – 17.5%)
• Jamie Snowden – AUDACIOUS ANNIE (Overlay Win Pick); Hot Trainer (26.3%)
• Harry Cobden – STAR WALKING, SANS BRUIT, NARDARAN; Hot Jockey (22.2%)
• Ciaran Gethings – THISTLE ASK’s synergy race (Top 3 jockey + hot trainer link via Mrs J Williams)

✅ Tactically Excluded:
• Richard Patrick – Cold jockey (15.8%) appears on low-fidelity runners only (e.g. DELLA CASA LUNGA) – excluded from forecasts
• G & J Moore – Cold trainer (26 runners since last win) only appears on HANSARD; not included in forecast combo
❌ No hot/cold stat conflict within core overlays

🔹 BEATEN FAVOURITE (LTO) RUNNERS
• PRINCE ZALTAR – BF LTO and Caution flagged in Race 5 (3:07); overlay excludes as Win Pick
• WANDERING EGO – BF LTO in Race 6 (3:37); Caution Flag issued due to weak Smart Stats and overlay absence
✅ Both BF runners flagged correctly per structure
❌ No bounce assumptions used

🔹 CLASS DROPPERS
• GREYVAL – Tactical value inclusion in Race 2; class drop + OR overlay logic validated
• MONTREGARD – R&S fig compression + gear overlay (visor); Class 3 to Class 2 drop considered valid
✅ Both class droppers included via AU or gear-fig overlay logic
❌ No unverified drops included

🔹 STABLE SWITCHERS
✅ Confirmed Runners:
• MAESTRO CONTI – N George → D Skelton – Included as Forecast Combo, full AU match
• PROVISION – Midgley → Brennan – Caution Flagged, excluded
• TETSWORTH – Camacho → Moore – Excluded, no overlay presence
• WHATSGOINGONMARVIN – Sir M Prescott → M Bowen – Included as V15 Win Pick, overlay score top
• MISS CYNTHIA – Wadham → Skelton – Forecast value in Race 2; fig overlays + gear aligned
✅ Tactical inclusion confirmed for valid overlay alignments
❌ Switchers without overlay presence were not included

🔹 WEIGHTED TO WIN RUNNERS (Higher OR)
✅ Confirmed inclusions:
• LUMP SUM – Previous G2-winning OR; full overlay support
• GREYVAL – Down in OR + flagged for value
• ALNILAM – High-earner, prior high-OR wins, included via Forecast
✅ Only runners with fig/overlay backing and prior winning marks used
❌ No unverified OR triggers used

🔹 FAVOURITE STRIKE RATE (TRACK)
• Kempton 12-Month Fav Win %: ✅ 56.2%
✅ Divergence confirmed only where overlay validated alternate
• VIROFLAY (3rd fav) – Overlay Win Pick over co-favs MONTREGARD & PRINCE ZALTAR
• WHATSGOINGONMARVIN (3rd fav) – Overlay Win Pick over MAESTRO CONTI (fav)
✅ Charter confirms overlay justified divergence from market favourites
❌ No divergence made without model alignment

🔹 HEADGEAR FLAGS (INCL. 1ST TIME)
✅ Validated Overlay Inclusions:
• THISTLE ASK – Hood + tongue strap – full overlay confirmed
• MUSIQUE DE FEE – 1st-time visor – ❌ Caution Flagged (cold trainer, no overlay)
• SAINT SEGAL – Tongue strap – Forecast combo verified
• MONTREGARD – 1st-time visor – Overlay validated
• PRINCE ZALTAR – Cheekpiece – Caution flagged, overlay absent
✅ Headgear use either validated via overlay or flagged
❌ No gear triggers included without AU or R&S support

🔹 DUAL-FLAG RUNNERS
✅ Flagged:
• PRINCE ZALTAR – Beaten fav LTO + gear reliance (Caution ✅)
• MUSIQUE DE FEE – Cold stable + gear change (Caution ✅)
• WANDERING EGO – BF LTO + Smart Stats absence (Caution ✅)
✅ All dual-flag risks identified and marked

🔹 OVERLAY LAYER CONFIRMATION
✅ AU FIGS + FORM R&S – Fully aligned in all Win Picks
✅ Smart Stats – Included in every Win Pick or top Forecast Combo
✅ Market layers – Steam/drift integration evident (e.g. VIROFLAY, STAR WALKING)
✅ Tactical divergence only used where structure held firm across AU + market
❌ No model overrides without audit-backed structure

✅ INTEGRITY CONFIRMED
• Charter discipline enforced across all races
• No violations of V15 simulation policy
• All tactical layers validated with fig, stat, and market evidence

🧾 Signature:
“Trust the overlay, not the odds board. Truth gets in early.” – V15 Syndicate Rule #12
🔒 Structural integrity locked – Ready for outcome analysis post-racing.

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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. 🎯

We’re trialling this approach across UK, Irish, Aussie and U.S. horse 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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🧾 EARLY DOORS & M37cal GLOSSARY

📘 UPDATED GLOSSARY – EARLY DOORS & M37cal SYSTEMS (Incl. V15 Model)

What do all these ratings mean? Here’s your decoded glossary with all V15 Early Doors additions and tactical terminology explained.

📊 Core Rating Terms

• 12M – Performance over the last 12 months

• $L12M – 12-month performance, adjusted for prize money/stake yield

• SR – Strike Rate (win percentage)

• Career SR – Lifetime win percentage

• For/Against – Model strength rating versus the rest of the field

⚙️ Fig & Model Dynamics

• Overlay – A fig-positive runner trading at above model-implied odds (value)

• Fig Stack – Total model score across all rating vectors (includes pace, surface, draw, market etc.)

• Chaos Fig – Runner scoring on figs but with unreliable profile or poor tactical fit

• Banker – Fig leader + tactical edge + supported in live market

🔥 Market Signals

• Steam – Odds shortening pre-race (positive market signal)

• Drift – Odds lengthening pre-race (often negative, unless fig-backed)

• Market Tension – A horse the model rates highly, but the market doesn’t (or vice versa)

🧠 Tactical Flags

• Pace Cluster – Multiple horses vying for the lead; can cause collapses

• Slipstream Draw – Favoured position behind early speed; ideal for late closers

• Surge – Exceptional late-race acceleration; fig that often wins with timing

• Fig Tension – 3+ horses rated closely; outcome risk increases

• Value Chaos – Race where many overlays exist but fig margins are tight; potentially lucrative, but volatile

🟢 NEW: V15 EARLY DOORS MODEL TERMINOLOGY

• V15-S (Swinger Forecast) – Structured 3-horse bet per race:
  ▪ Anchor = Primary fig/tactical pick
  ▪ Partners = Two supportive selections with place/forecast value

• Forecast Combo – Straight forecast recommendations using top model picks

• Tactical Forecast – Overall read of race shape: lead types, closers, bias implications

• Caution Marker – Horses flagged due to form, market drift, setup, or draw risks (might WIN)

🧠 M37cal-Only Concepts (Long-game angles)

• Fig Strain – A top-rated runner showing deeper profile weaknesses (trip, surface, tempo)

• Game Tree Tension – Race scenario with 2+ potential tactical outcomes

• Board Flip – One disruptive runner could reshape the whole race logic

• Not-Now Horse – Potential improver, but wrong setup today

➕ Summary Tags:

• Early Doors = Tactical, lean, structured bets from full-field fig logic

• Move 37cal = Deeper seasonal/tactical projection based on long-game intuition and game theory overlays

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