4:07 Ludlow Tips

The handicapper has added eight pounds for his four-length victory, which seems a little severe. He is young enough to have further improvement, given the comment 'ran green' appears on his last-time-out win.

Catboy's best run came over this trip (2m 4.5f, good to soft) at Musselburgh last year. That is very specific for intermediate-distance horses. He did not show much on paper since, but has had genuine excuses or unsuitable conditions or trips since. His penultimate start saw him UR at the last when in contention over 2m (good), and he has not had today's trip for a long time since that best run. The ground will suit on a very good mark. With the yard in better form now, the 12/1 offers some very good each-way value, as this could prove a winning opportunity.

Although she hasn't secured a victory in her latest hurdle races, she remains a promising young contender in the Novice Hurdle circuit. She possesses significant potential for growth. She demonstrated her talent during her point-to-point debut in May last year, where she achieved a commendable 2nd-place finish. Her most recent outing saw her finish 7th at Haydock. With the right conditions, she has the capability to elevate her standing in handicaps with an extended trip and could yield a worthwhile each-way return at 16/1.