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Toptime ran a decent race last time out over this course and distance, finishing just 2.5 lengths off the winner in 6th. That was a solid effort from a middle draw in a big field. This time, he’s drawn wide, but that should actually help him, as he likes to race up near the front and get across to the rail early. Lewis Edmunds is back in the saddle, the same jockey who rode him to victory at Southwell, and Toptime has already won over this track and trip before. If he gets out well, he could be right in the mix. Good Luck!

6:25pm ??" Doncaster (NAP) Oriental Prince ??" 10/1 (Each Way) Oriental Prince looks a solid each-way play here. He steps back into a Class 3 handicap after an eye-catching effort in a Class 2 at Musselburgh over 7f, where he finished a close 4th, just 2.5 lengths off the winner. That was a huge run, especially considering the trip may have stretched him. Prior to that, he landed a Class 6 contest and was unbeaten in his three starts over 6f, showing serious consistency. Back over his ideal trip and down in grade, he looks primed to go close. With Paul Mulrennan back on board who guided him to three wins, everything points to a big run. Good luck

Dare To Shout has been a model of consistency this season and looks well placed back in calmer waters today. Last time out he stepped up to Class 2 level at Kelso over a longer trip and ran with credit despite the tougher opposition. Before that, he finished a close second behind Ned Tanner at Carlisle over 2m4f, the same trip he tackles here, beaten just 2¼ lengths by a horse dropping in grade to win well. Dropping back into Class 3 company, where he’s already finished second five times, he looks ready to go one better today. Good luck!

Roger Rarebit looks well placed here after a solid fourth at Haydock over an inadequate 2m4f trip, where he still posted a strong speed figure despite being 12 lengths behind. On his seasonal reappearance before that, he was a good second at Warwick over 3m, carrying 11st 11lbs and shaping as though he’d come on for the run. Now dropping back in grade, having been running above today’s level on my figures, he looks primed to go well. He also has a good record fresh, so the short break shouldn’t be an issue. Looks a strong player at 7/1. Good luck!

4:05pm - Plumpton Knickerbockerglory ??" 12/1 (Each-Way) Knickerbockerglory lines up here after a solid and consistent campaign this season, including a close fifth at Sandown where he was beaten just 1¾ lengths by Go Dante, carrying 11st 6lbs. Today, he benefits from a 4lb drop in the weights and looks set to get an uncontested lead a huge advantage around Plumpton. On my figures, there’s very little between the main contenders, Absurde, Our Champ, Daddy Long Legs and Knickerbockerglory, with just 3lbs separating them. Given that, Knickerbockerglory looks overpriced at 12/1, especially coming off a career best in both speed and performance last time out. With rain forecast from 1pm, the likely cut in the ground would be another plus for him. All in all, he looks a strong each-way play at a double-figure price. Good luck!

Numitor is thriving since switching to veteran chases, winning his last three completed starts. His Cheltenham win two runs back was a standout performance, beating a strong field with the form holding up well since. Although his latest win at Ascot was in slightly weaker company, he did it comfortably and stepping back in trip today looks ideal. He races prominently, handles testing ground, and has proven himself at Grade 1 tracks this season. Up to a career-high mark, but James Bowen knows him well and he’s clearly still improving. Big chance if continuing his current form. Good luck!

Gweedore heads back to Musselburgh, a track he absolutely loves, having won five times here already ??" a real course specialist. He showed he’s back in good form when finishing a close second to Our Havana last time out, beaten just under two lengths in a competitive race. Returning to a venue where he thrives is a major plus, and he’s very well handicapped too, having previously scored off 97 and now running off just 90. Add in the fact he’s likely to get his own way in front and keeps the same jockey as last time, and everything points towards another big run. Hard to oppose. Good luck!

Reigning Profit arrives in good form after two solid runs this season??"third at Wolverhampton in a competitive Class 4 and fifth on seasonal return at Newcastle. He now drops into a weaker Class 5 where several rivals either lack recent form or look exposed. He’s a previous course and distance winner off 73 and runs here off 70. With fitness, form, and track experience on side, this looks a strong opportunity. Big chance back in calmer waters. Good luck!

Mr Jetman arrives in great form after two strong runs in Class 5 company ??" finishing 2nd at Doncaster and 3rd at Newcastle, both in competitive fields. He now drops in grade while carrying the same weight, and this looks a significantly weaker race on paper. He’s been knocking on the door and the trainer looks to have found an ideal opportunity. Solid claims and should go very close. Strong chance.

Docpickedme arrives in top form after a career-best victory in a valuable Class 1 Grade 3 handicap at Doncaster. Prior to that, he put in another strong performance, finishing second in a Class 2 handicap chase at the same track. His form has been improving with each run, stepping up in both class and weight while continuing to progress. Crucially, he runs 9lbs lighter than for his last win, which could give him a significant edge. With conditions looking favorable, he has a strong chance of landing another victory on Saturday. Good luck!

Bill Joyce takes a notable drop in class, moving from highly competitive Grade 2 novice hurdle company into a handicap. Last time out, he finished third in a Grade 2 at Cheltenham, a race won by Sixsmilebridge, who secured a hat-trick of victories. The runner-up, Potters Charm, had also been in outstanding form, arriving with four straight wins. The strength of that form suggests Bill Joyce has been running in a far deeper level of competition than what he’ll face here. With that experience under his belt and a step down in class, he looks well-placed to capitalize on this easier assignment.

Old Gregorian looks to be flying under the radar here and offers strong each-way value at 33/1. He has notable form ties with race favorite Afadil, finishing just under three lengths behind him at Musselburgh in his penultimate race. Last time out, he put in a solid third-place effort in the Morebattle Hurdle at Kelso, finishing behind the consistent Cracking Rhapsody and market rival Alnilam, who previously beat Afadil by a wide margin at Southwell. He retains the services of 7lb claimer Conner McCann, who rode him last time in high-class company. With gradual improvement in each run, he could be underestimated at this price. Good luck!

Bad comes into this race in outstanding form, having won his last two starts while showing progressive improvement in class, weight carried, speed figures, and overall performance. Each run has demonstrated a clear upward trajectory, proving he can handle stronger competition. His latest victory at Kempton, a sharp track similar to Aintree, was impressive. He showed a good cruising speed, traveled strongly throughout, and found plenty when asked, suggesting he still has more to offer. Despite going up in weight, he carries 6lbs less than in that win. Given his consistency, proven ability to step up, and strong positioning in my ratings, the 16/1 price represents value. He looks primed for another big run. Good luck!

Steel Ally arrives in top form after a narrow second to Nemean Lion in a valuable Class 1, Grade 2 race at Fontwell, posting career-best figures in both performance and speed. That run came over a left-handed, sharp track similar to Aintree, making this a suitable test. Two starts back, he tackled a shorter 2-mile trip but lacked the speed to feature, while three runs ago, he secured a solid 3-length victory carrying 11st 11lb. His consistency, proven ability to improve with class, and strong showing in one of the most competitive races last time out make him a compelling contender here. Good luck!

Benny’s King arrives in top form after a career-best performance, showing both speed and stamina to carry 12st 1lb to victory. His penultimate run saw him beaten by just under two lengths, reinforcing his consistency. What stands out most is his tried-and-tested route to this race. In both 2022 and 2023, he won at Leicester before heading to Aintree, where he finished 2nd of 22 runners over this very course and distance both times. He’s followed the exact same path again this year. At these odds, he’s well worth backing. Good luck!

Stage Star arrives here after a strong runner-up finish behind L’Homme Presse, who justified 4/5 favoritism by just ¾ of a length. That form has since been boosted, with Gentlemansgame who finished behind him in third going on to place in the Cheltenham Gold Cup. His penultimate run came over 2m4f, a trip he’s been less effective at this season, but the step up last time clearly suited him. Skipping Cheltenham means he comes here fresher than most, and after posting a career-best effort last time out, he looks primed for another big run. Good luck!

Rubaud arrives here in great form, having won a competitive Grade 2 at Kempton last time out with a career-best performance. The race before that, he finished just a length behind L’Eau Du Sud in another top-level Grade 2 novice chase. That form ties in nicely, as L’Eau Du Sud recently ran a big race against Jango Baie the strong favorite here. Jango Baie certainly looks the one to beat on paper, but history isn’t on his side, with only one of the last 11 favorites winning this race. Rubaud, on the other hand, skipped Cheltenham and should be coming here fresh and ready to fire after two progressive efforts. Worth a shot at the price, good luck!