Maydare Jo (T1) is set to drop back in distance after seven starts over the six-bend journey, and is expected to be left behind by the nippy front-runners out wide. Paul Young's candidate appears to face an uphill task, and looks worth taking on at the odds.

Gunner Sam (T2) returned to form with a vengeance when making all to land an inter track event last week, but should struggle to get ahead in the early stages as a result of the switch to the blue jacket. Dave Mullins' greybeard boasts a miserly 11 per cent winning strike-rate at the grade and has something to prove.

Foxrock Lad (T3) is one of three debutants in the line-up. Although Dave Mullins' second contender has shown a degree of ability in the starting department in his three trials to date, he will need to be on his toes to reach the corner unscathed in this company.

Killeacle Angela (T4) reached the A3 level when based at Sittingbourne, but will need to produce a sharp exit to have a chance of making a winning Romford debut. Martyn Wiley's runner will strain every sinew in a bid to race clear early doors, and cannot be discarded.

Lethal Rapunzal (T5) looks the best of the newcomers. Alison Ingram's ex-Irish import has shown enough in her trials to suggest that she is capable of making a serious impact in her opening race at the London Road circuit, and she is expected to make her own pace.

Ronocco Boy (T6) ended an eight-race barren spell when bolting up by more than six lengths in an A7 gig last week, and comes here brimming with confidence. Maggie Lucas' individual posted his best time for over four months on that occasion, and may well chase the likely leader Lethal Rapunzal (T5) to the turn before mounting a challenge in the back section.

Breath Of Spring to spring surprise in S5

Although Breath Of Spring (T6) is expected to start around third favourite judged on the tissue prices in the S5 contest run over 575 metres and due underway at 20:19, the tough veteran looks worth a nibble in a race that will not take too much winning.

Loftcat (T1) is expected to start a warm order following a costly reverse last week. However, Jim Reynolds' individual has tasted defeat in all of his last 29 races, and the layers are expected to get involved.

Drofmor Sally (T2) made an inauspicious start to her staying career when finishing at the tail end in a better race last week. Maggie Lucas' dropped-in-class individual is undeniably open to improvement over the trip, and is not ruled out.

Chocky Girl (T3) appears exposed nowadays, and would be a surprise winner. Paul Young's old stager is still without a success at this level after ten bites of the cherry, and improvement in the latter half is a must.

Desperate Times (T4) is the most lightly campaigned candidate in the line-up, and it would come as no surprise to envisage the golden oldie finishing in the mix. However, Martyn Wiley's charge has been finding trouble on a regular basis recently, and will need plenty of luck in-running.

Alrita Queen (T5) is well treated on her best form, but is finding life hard nowadays. Martyn Wiley's second contender ran well enough on her S5 debut to suggest that she may be up to landing a weak renewal, but on learning that she has managed only the solitary win from her last 15 outings, backers are likely to look elsewhere for the winner.

Breath Of Spring (T6) is expected to be chasing the front-running pair Drofmor Sally (T2) and Alrita Queen (T5) in the initial stages before mounting her challenge on the final circuit. Maggie Lucas' second contestant is the only runner in the field with previous winning form at this S5 level, and she is taken to make her vast experience tell.

Inagh Two boasts consistency in S3

Inagh Two (T5) is a decent type at this grade, and the tough old stager is expected to run a big race in the S3 contest run over 575 metres and due underway at 21:25.

Bonville Socks (T1) has managed just one win from her last 19 races, and she has been a beaten favourite in six of her last eight starts. Maxine Locke's contender has also found the trouble spots in six of her last seven outings, and with these statistics in mind, it would come as no surprise to find backers turn into layers.

Prime Xcelerator (T2) has arguably not yet reached his peak after just 16 career outings, and his smart turn of foot should see him in the vanguard early doors. Although Paul Young's candidate appears to have a lot to do on the stopwatch, he cannot be ignored.

Toker Rambler (T3) appears to have lost his trapping boots in recent weeks, and may well be playing catch-up from the turn. With Maxine Locke's frustrating performer having tasted defeat in all of his 12 races at the grade, victory seems unlikely.

Killough Dreamer (T4) is virtually impossible to fancy. Although Dave Mullins' character is well in on her best S1 form, she comes here on a 28-race losing run, and appears to have a lot of running to do.

Inagh Two (T5) is the winning-most runner at the grade, and should go close in his bid to land his eighth S3 event. Peter Payne's challenger is sharp from the machine, and has nothing to find on the clock.

Aero Ivy (T6) looks the likely pacemaker from out wide. However, Paul Young's second contestant is not the most reliable of individuals nowadays, and she comes here bidding to end a 17-race losing sequence.

Sopranos Spirit (T1) caused an upset when landing his first event in 10 outings last week, and cannot be ruled out. However, Gil Hepden's railer tends to have his eyes closed as the traps fall open, and is not certain to run two races alike.

Sams Baby (T2) finished at the tail end of the field behind Sopranos Spirit (T1) last weekend and has two-and-three-quarter lengths to find on her next-door neighbour. Although Michael Peterson's candidate is expected to start as one of the leading fancies judged on the tissue prices, backers are likely to turn into layers on learning that the frustrating greybeard has tasted defeat in all of her last 11 outings.

Quivers Champ (T3) is lightly raced and open to plenty of improvement after six career starts. Gloria Stringer's challenger is the joint-fastest on the calculated clock, and would hold genuine claims if able to clear T1 and T2 at the turn.

Blackthorn Sooty (T4) looked a shade ring rusty on her first start for around five months before performing with credit in defeat 11 days ago. Those two outings should have blown the cobwebs away, and Maurice Massey's contender can produce an improved display from the front.

Island Black (T5) is expected to be left behind by the nippier front-runners in the early stages, and will probably be playing catch-up from the outset. Terry Kibble's competitor has been defeated in all of his last nine outings at the grade and is difficult to flag up with confidence.

Riverbank Bullet (T6) will try his little heart out to reach the corner on the bunny and should not be far away in a race that is distinctly lacking in the early pace department. Ideally drawn out wide, Pat Curtin's representative should be in the mix in a clean-run contest.

Witness and Fawn to star in A7

The peppy Witness Box (T3) and the strong stayer Fawn Slippy (T6) look the pair to concentrate on in the A7 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 16:37.

Shellgrove Miss (T1) looks unlikely to be troubling the pacemakers early doors, and is expected to be left with a lot to do at the corner. Gloria Stringer's veteran is the slowest on the stop watch and improvement is a must to figure in the finish.

Blue Baileys (T2) boasts a 25 percent winning strike-rate at the level, and she gained her last win in A6 company in January. Pat Curtin's candidate has been on a downward spiral ever since, but she would not be far off the big players with a reproduction of last month's sizzling 27.91 trial.

Witness Box (T3) comes here in rude health, having landed two of his last three races. It was his strong early firepower that won the day on each occasion, and Angie Kibble's individual looks to boast decent prospects with a peppy exit.

Time For Kim (T4) was recording fast sectional times on a regular basis in April, but appears to have taken her foot off the pedal in recent weeks. Formerly an A5 grader, Ian Wills' bitch looks up to the class if she can recapture her trapping prowess.

Moorlough John (T5) won three races when based in Ireland but has not yet produced a similar level of form since joining current connections. Terry Kibble's old stager has managed only one success from 14 starts around the Sandy Lane circuit, and will probably be doing his best work from halfway.

Fawn Slippy (T6) is not expected to feature amongst the front-runners, but packs a decisive finishing kick. Pat Curtin's wide seed is the quickest on the calculated clock, and is expected to command plenty of market attention.

Sober Rocket for take-off in A3

Sober Rocket (T3) boasts easily the hottest pace in the race and is expected to put on a show in the concluding A3 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 17:44.

Burwood Jay Low (T1) has been struggling to become competitive from the gates in recent weeks and may find herself left behind early doors. However, John Mayo's candidate showed improved form to land an A4 last month and will be doing sterling work in the latter phases.

Nonas Wellott (T2), a tough and consistent individual, is normally thereabouts in her races. Maurice Massey's golden oldie is the quickest on the calculated clock and enters the equation.

Sober Rocket (T3) comes here in fine fettle, having landed her last two races in all-the-way fashion. Michael Peterson's contestant is easily the quickest to react to the opening of the traps and a bold front-running show looks on the cards.

Ballyboy Woods (T4) will try every inch of the way to match Sober Rocket (T3) for pace in the initial phases and should not be far off the lead at the turn. Angie Kibble's contender has won two of his last five races at this level and cannot be brushed aside.

Ballymac Field (T5) is the slowest on the stop watch and has tasted defeat in each of his last nine outings in the grade. However, Maurice Massey's challenger is more than capable of a sharp exit on his day and is no forlorn hope.

High St Tom (T6) has not been trapping with his old fluency in recent weeks and is expected to struggle to stay in the hunt at the corner. However, Ian Wills' competitor produced a fine turn of foot when landing a similar event in April and cannot be ignored.

Loftcat (T1) comes here on the back of an unorthodox preparation, having competed over six bends last Saturday. Jim Reynolds' candidate has been plum last from the traps in seven of his last ten races, and looks easy meat for layers as he bids for his first success in 27 outings.

Kalooki Nipper (T2) may not be the nippiest from the starting gates, but is expected to be in the shake-up. Martyn Wiley's lightly-campaigned challenger looked impressive when making most of the running nearly three weeks ago, and is the quickest on the calculated clock.

Alrita Lucy (T3) is expected to be challenging Babyalah (T4) at trap rise for early supremacy. However, Martyn Wiley's youngster may fall short in that department and could be finding traffic jams as a result.

Babyalah (T4), an A6 grader at best when based at Crayford, remains open to bags of improvement after just six starts around the London Road circuit. Peter Payne's contender looks almost certain to be making the running, and can put her phenomenal pace to good use.

Girl Alone (T5) looked an interesting prospect when making a winning debut in this company in April. However, Paul Young's contestant has been on a downward spiral ever since, and looks worth taking on.

Malden Breeze (T6) is lightly raced at this level after one outing to date. However, Paul Young's challenger tends to fall asleep as the lids fly open, and is currently enduring a 15-race barren spell.

Hahagirl and Drumena to force issue in A5

Hahagirl (T1) and Drumena Cloud (T5) are flagged up as the most likely contenders for the gold award in the A5 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 20:53.

Hahagirl (T1) has the look of a progressive individual, and comes here in rude health. Martyn Wiley's revitalised greybeard came from off the speed to land an A8 before going on to defy a double penalty in A6 company last weekend, yet is predicted to start as one of the outsiders judged on the early tissue prices. However, the likeable type has nothing to prove on the clock and boasts a peach of a draw next to the pegs, and should be a major player.

Amberley Gem (T2) is a hit and miss sort from the traps, but is expected to relish the chance to race at this level for the first time in the best part of five months. Dave Mullins' charge bolted up in 24.92 when last seen out at the grade, and would take all the beating with a reproduction of that sizzling effort.

Marshals Fox (T3) appears almost certain to be making the running at the corner judged on several impressive recent sectional times. However, Maggie Lucas' challenger comes here on the back of seven straight defeats, and needs to improve on the calculated clock.

Pistachio (T4) is undoubtedly the dark horse, having had just the solitary lifetime start. Paul Young's bitch moved well in her final trial before missing the break and running into trouble on her debut, and is worth monitoring in the pre-race market.

Drumena Cloud (T5) is still a maiden after 13 career outings, but looks to face her easiest opportunity so far. Maxine Locke's candidate is the quickest in the field on the stop watch, and is expected do be doing all of her best work at the finish.

Rusheen Mile (T6) is a very dangerous opponent when the pads connect, and cannot be ruled out. Although Martyn Wiley's contestant is currently on a 14-race losing run, the switch to the outside lane should help his cause.

Blonde and Black look interesting in A2

The fast up pair Blonde Teddy (T2) and Sekon Black (T6) look worth following in the A2 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:41.

Joes Honcho (T1) has made nice progress through the grades since making her debut in modest A6 company in January. However, it was worrying to note that Maggie Lucas' contender dropped away tamely on her debut at this level, and she is probably best watched for now.

Blonde Teddy (T2) has the look of a progressive type, having won three of her last four races. Maxine Locke's fast away charge is set to run in the grade for the first time, and should command plenty of market attention.

Single Daisy (T3) has managed to land two of her last five races, and ought to be brimming with confidence. On the negative side, though, is the fact that Maxine Locke's contestant is without a win in the grade after eight bites of the cherry, and she is probably best opposed.

Rabbie Burns (T4) looks the most consistent in the field in the trapping department, and is expected to be vying for supremacy early doors. Jim Reynolds' promising pup has won three of his last five starts, and a successful debut at the level is not out of the question granted further improvement.

Bowmers Legend (T5) is another contender boasting pace in abundance. Paul Young's candidate looked in grand shape when landing an A3 event in a fast 24.68 at the weekend, and should not be far away with a clear run at the bunny.

Sekon Black (T6), formerly a top grader, has been knocking firmly at the door in recent weeks. Jim Reynolds' wide seed is strong out of the boxes, and a bold show is anticipated.

Mystic Blue (T1) has been off the track for around a month, but has been known to travel well fresh in the past. Although Maxine Locke's candidate is expected to be in the firing line, she will need to strain every sinew to be successful at the level.

Godfreys Bullet (T2) comes here in rude health, having landed three of his last four races. However, Peter Payne's contender is without a win at the grade after seven bites of the cherry, and a peppy start is a must.

Chelseys Girl (T3) looks a rapidly improving contestant. Paul Young's promising pup landed a gamble on her debut before running into bumping on her next outing. She then went on to storm out of the boxes when resuming winning ways last week, and a bold show is anticipated.

Ive Moved On (T4) produced a much improved effort when runner-up in a sizzling 24.78 over three weeks ago. However, on learning that Dave Mullins' challenger has tasted defeat in all of her last 15 races, backers are likely to run a mile.

Cocoa (T5) is still a maiden after 15 career outings to date. On a positive note, however, Alison Ingram's lightly-campaigned old-timer is unexposed at the grade, and is expected to be doing sterling work in the latter stages.

Legit Billy (T6) is well known as a sluggish starter and is expected to be playing catch-up from the outset. Alison Ingram's frustrating performer is also the slowest on the calculated clock and appears to have plenty on his plate.

Rummy to relish S2 task

Rummy Duke (T2) looks to boast strong claims of landing his fourth race from his last six outings in the grade, in the S2 contest run over 575 metres and due underway at 21:25.

Micks Ashbrown (T1) is the class act on paper, having recorded a nippy 36.26 at the level around two months ago. Jim Reynolds' candidate is set for a drop in grade following four unsuccessful spins in S1 company, and cannot be ruled out.

Rummy Duke (T2) has been a revelation in recent weeks having landed three of his last five outings at the level. Alison Ingram's challenger is capable of a strong start on his day, and could take the beating.

Killough Dreamer (T3) will try her little heart out to reach the turn on the bunny, but looks likely to fall short in that department in this class of event. With Dave Mullins' gallant war horse having been beaten in all of her last 23 races, it is virtually impossible to flag up the character with any confidence.

Shelbourne Miss (T4) looks an interesting contender. Jim Reynolds' individual, a winner over eight bends in April, has been highly tried since being dropped back in distance for her last two outings. Dropped in grade, the promising challenger should be thereabouts.

Lavenders Who (T5) confirmed his return to form when making all in A4 company more than a fortnight ago. However, Paul Young's charge has a lot to prove on the calculated clock, and is best treated with caution.

Little Rockstar (T6) is the fastest in the field on the stop watch, and comes here having landed three of his last six races at the level. Peter Payne's contestant looks dangerous with a peppy start.

Galaxy Kid to produce shock in A2

Galaxy Kid (T6), a progressive individual, is taken to make a huge impact on his debut at the level in the A2 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:57.

Propero (T1) will give his all in a bid to make the corner in front, but may fall short in this company. Dave Mullins' golden oldie has tasted defeat in all of his last 15 attempts at the level, and is difficult to flag up with confidence.

Glasheen Honcho (T2) may struggle as a result of the switch away from the rails slot. Alison Ingram's old hand is slow to react to the opening of the traps, and appears to have plenty on his plate.

Blonde Freddy (T3), formerly a Coventry A5 grader, is lightly raced after just nine starts around the London Road circuit. With this being only Maxine Locke's hound's second start at the grade, improvement is a distinct possibility, and he cannot be ignored.

Ivy Knows (T4) has something to find to reverse form with both Slieverua Sparky (T5) and Blonde Freddy (T3) on their recent clash. However, Dave Mullins' challenger is capable of a fast exit on his day, and enters a tricky equation.

Slieverua Sparky (T5) appears to be the stronger of the Maxine Locke pair and is expected to be chasing the pace early doors. The tough stayer will probably put his foot on the accelerator in the back section, and is another for the short list.

Galaxy Kid (T6) is expected to start as one of the big outsiders judged on the early tissue prices, but is no forlorn hope. Paul Young's competitor has made nice progress through the grades since starting his career in lowly A8 company last September, and comes here on the back of an all-the-way success last weekend. With nothing to find on the clock, he can make his presence felt on his A2 debut.

Sopranos Spirit (T1) has lost his last nine races, but would not need to be anything out of the ordinary to feature in a weak renewal. Gil Hepden's charge tends to fall asleep as the traps fly open, but is expected to be doing sterling work in the latter phases.

Sams Baby (T2) would probably have been better suited to the rails slot and looks prone to finding trouble. Michael Peterson's candidate should be outspeeded by Witness Box (T3) at the corner, and will need to be at her best to be in the mix.

Witness Box (T3) confirmed his well being with a fluent display in a similar event three weeks ago. Angie Kibble's challenger is blessed with natural opening speed and looks capable of making them all go in the early stages.

La Paz (T4) looked in need of the outing when finishing at the rear on her first run for around two months. Ron Bicknell's individual was racing in A7 class earlier in the year and cannot be ruled out in an open event.

Riverbank Bullet (T5) has been soundly beaten in all of his last six races and seems to be finding all the trouble spots nowadays. With Pat Curtin's contender needing to improve on the clock, backers may well decide to look elsewhere for the winner.

Ardmayle Court (T6) appears to have lost the plot in recent weeks, and has managed only one win in his last 23 outings. Luciano Magnasco's charge has been starting at big prices recently and looks to face an uphill battle in this company.

Zigzag and Marley the choices in A7

Zigzag Duty (T1) and Marley Bob (T6) look the pair to concentrate on in Oxford's A7 contest, run over 450 metres and due underway at 16:37.

Zigzag Duty (T1) may not be in the first flush of youth, but is trapping as good as ever nowadays. John Mayo's challenger was racing in A4 company last November and looks well up to the task.

Roughan Blueboy (T2) will strain every sinew in a bid to be upsides Zigzag Duty (T1) at the corner, but may just fall short in that department. However, Gil Hepden's candidate looks a progressive type and the youngster cannot be ignored.

Keetona Ace (T3) looked in fine fettle when landing an A6 in March, but has been on a downward spiral ever since. With Terry Kibble's contestant currently on an 11-race losing run, backers are entitled to run a mile.

Shellgrove Kelly (T4) has had three starts to date. After being crowded out on her debut, she then proceeded to check up at the corner on her next outing before stumbling on leaving the traps last time. Gloria Stringer's lightly campaigned character looks open to more improvement than the majority of her rivals, but looks untrustworthy for the time being.

Micks Four (T5) appears to take an age to become competitive after leaving the machine. However, Michael Peterson's performer is expected to produce his best work after halfway and is not out of the tricky puzzle.

Marley Bob (T6) has tasted defeat in his last nine races, but has been highly tried on occasions. Terry Atkins' charge landed an A6 two months ago and is expected to be on the premises early doors.

Idea and Charlies to dominate A3

Idea Good (T1) and Charlies Chaz (T3) possess the pace to take the field along in the concluding A3 contest, run over 450 metres and due underway at 17:44.

Idea Good (T1) looks to have plenty in her favour. Robert Hannan's railer has the coveted red jacket, she boasts the fastest pace in the line-up and has managed to escape a penalty following successive wins in the grade.

Lefanta Slippy (T2) appears to need further nowadays. Pat Curtin's candidate is slow to react to the opening of the traps, and may well be playing catch-up from the outset.

Charlies Chaz (T3) will try his little heart out to challenge Idea Good (T1) in the initial stages, and should not be far away at the turn. Maurice Massey's consistent performer has little to find on the clock and looks a dangerous opponent.

Ruud Devil (T4) has displayed improved form of late to land two of his last four outings. Angie Kibble's representative's forte is his middle pace and the old hand cannot be discarded with a clear run.

Hairy Moment (T5) is a lightly campaigned contestant who is open to more improvement on paper than the majority of his rivals. However, on learning that Luciano Magnasco's runner is without a win at the level after eight bites of the cherry, backers are likely to look elsewhere for the winner.

High St Tom (T6) has landed two of his last six races at the grade, and is no forlorn hope. Ian Wills' wide seed is capable of blasting the boxes open on his day and is the nippiest contender on the clock.

Drofmor Sally (T1) tends to leave her trapping boots at home as the lids crash open, and may well find herself chasing shadows at the corner. However, with Maggie Lucas' little bitch having managed to land three races from her last four outings at the level, the veteran commands respect.

Castle Twister (T2) ended a frustrating seven-race losing spell when overcoming crowding at the first corner to win a similar event last week. With the Racing Manager having decided to keep Martyn Wiley's old hand at the same level, she cannot be discarded in a tight contest.

Snorbans Louie (T3) looks an improving type who is expected to win his share of races in due course. However, with Dave Mullins' maiden needing to travel faster on the stop watch, the October 05 whelp probably needs more experience under his belt.

Remember Jenny (T4) looked a fairly interesting prospect when getting off the mark in this grade at the third time of asking. Although lack of a recent outing is a slight worry, Alison Ingram's youngster looks set to be on the premises granted a trademark peppy exit.

Babyalah (T5) failed to win any of her three outings when based at Crayford before running a fine race in third on her debut at the London Road circuit last week. With that outing having come in the A7 grade, the class drop is likely to suit Peter Payne's scopey pup.

Jet Set Daisy (T6) will strain every sinew in a bid to reach the corner on the bunny, but is expected to be chasing the pace behind Remember Jenny (T4) and Babylah (T5). Martyn Wiley's sole wide seed has little to prove on the clock, but is still without a win from her last 11 races.

'Hakuna' and 'Digress' look the pick in A4

Hakuna Matata (T6) and I Digress To (T3) look the pick of the pack in the A4 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:09.

Woodroad Holly (T1) has failed to scale higher than this level during her entire career, and is becoming exposed nowadays. Although Peter Payne's candidate is expected to start at short odds judged on the tissue prices, she does not look the most reliable of characters, and may have some running to do at the turn.

Arthurs Legacy (T2) has managed to win only once from his last 17 starts, yet his price is unlikely to reflect his dismal recent run of form. Layers are advised to closely monitor Peter Payne's out of form contender.

I Digress To (T3) has made steady progress since making a winning debut in A6 company in February, and looks capable of going higher still in due course. Considering Jim Reynolds' contender managed to win an A3 in April, this field should hold no terrors for the class-dropping bitch.

Tonbwee Marco (T4), a maiden after three outings in Tralee, boasts potential. However, with Alison Ingram's challenger set to have his first race for two months, backers are entitled to tread with caution.

Slieve Rain (T5) looks set to dominate proceedings from the starting traps. Paul Young's candidate made a winning debut in A5 company last month, but has failed to cut the ice in all four outings at this level.

Hakuna Matata (T6) is a bit of a rascal but remains useful at the right level. Although the former peppy starter has lost his trapping boots in recent weeks, he looks more than capable of cutting the mustard against this field with the Racing Boss having decided to give him a rare chance.

'Glasheen' and 'Through The Bars' for A2

The well-drawn Glasheen Honcho (T1) and the frustrating Through The Bars (T5) look the two against the field in the A2 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:41.

Glasheen Honcho (T1) looks to have a peach of a draw and looks more than capable of nicking a vital early lead at the corner. Should Alison Ingram's experienced old stager achieve that goal, he would prove hard to peg back.

Stock Stallion (T2) comes here in rude health having landed successive events in A4 and A3. However, this is distinctly harder for Paul Young's war horse, and with the son of Roanokee having lost all of his last six races at the grade, he looks likely to fall short.

Droopys Sweet (T3) comes here on the back of a fairly successful campaign over the six-bend journey. Dave Mullins' individual looked on good terms with herself in her recent trial, and cannot be ruled out if fit following a two month absence.

Malden Major (T4) has hit a rich vein of form in recent weeks, and arrives here chasing a third success from his last four outings. Maggie Lucas' challenger has pace to burn, but will need plenty of spaces to appear in-running.

Through The Bars (T5) has lost her last 16 races, but has little to prove on the calculated clock on her best form. Paul Young's contestant should be suited by the make-up of the race and is expected to go close to ending the barren spell granted a fast exit.

Sekon Black (T6) was displaying lightning speed from the boxes at the start of the year but appears to be struggling in that department nowadays. Jim Reynolds' charge has been off the track for two months, and may well need the outing.

Heir Gooner (T1) looks capable of blasting out to lead at the corner as was the case when he won two of his last five races. However, Maurice Massey's contender is expected to fade after halfway in this hotter contest, and layers could strike.

Oaks Angel (T2) finished ahead of Young Frankie (T3) on their latest outing, and there should not be much between the pair once more. However, Gil Hepden's individual needs to improve appreciably on the stopwatch to figure in the finish.

Young Frankie (T3) will try his little heart out to hit the front at the corner, but may well fall short in that department. Terry Kibble's contender has failed to land any of his ten races at this level, and a watching brief is advised.

Deanfield Bobby (T4) is open to bags of improvement after just five career outings, and appears to enjoy his racing. Already a dual winner, Ron Bicknell's candidate posted a personal best 28.13 when landing an A9 contest last week, and the June '05 whelp looks the one to beat.

Kangaroo Storm (T5), formerly a sprinter when based at Poole before racing in A7 company at Portsmouth, looks to be going the right way. Paul Clarke's contestant looks likely to dominate proceedings, and is no forlorn hope.

Chewie Bacco (T6) shaped with a good deal of promise when finishing runner-up on his first outing for nearly two months, and looks sure to strip fitter for the spin. John Mayo's charge should be content to chase the front-runners before mounting a challenge after halfway, and can finish in the mix.

Snazzy and Husky to dominate A8

Snazzy Moon (T4) and Husky Sarah (T6) look the pair to concentrate on in the A8 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 16:22.

See You Later (T1) comes here on the back of an all-the-way success over six bends eight days ago. However, Maurice Massey's contender has been leaving her trapping boots at home over the standard journey, and a peppy start is crucial to her chances.

Soldier Ant (T2) should have plenty of room to manoeuvre with Toms Crow (T3) likely to move towards the outside lanes. Luciano Magnasco's individual displayed improved form to land an A9 contest last week, and cannot be ignored.

Toms Crow (T3) received a hefty bump at the second bend despite producing one of his best ever starts last week. Pat Curtin's challenger has nothing to prove on the clock, but requires plenty of luck in-running.

Snazzy Moon (T4) possesses more potential than most after just five career outings. Ron Bicknell's promising pup got off the mark in good style last week, and another bold show looks on the cards.

Kildalkey Flash (T5) produced a fine display when making all the running to land a lesser event last month, but has failed to build on that effort in his three subsequent starts. Robert Hannan's charge looks likely to be left behind by the snappier trappers in the early phases, and may well have too much ground to recover.

Husky Sarah (T6) has won only once from 19 outings to date, but looked in grand shape when landing an A9 contest in all-the-way fashion a fortnight ago. If Paul Clarke's candidate is on a going day, she looks capable of making all.

Idea and Diamond flagged up in A3

Idea Good (T1) and Diamond Dara (T4) look worth keeping on the right side in the concluding A3 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 17:44.

Idea Good (T1) managed to overcome a sluggish start to produce an upset in a similar event last week. With the likes of Clounts Darkie (T2), Greenfield Joy (T3) and Droopys Duran (T6) having all finished behind on that occasion, it would come as no surprise to see Robert Hannan's individual confirm placings from an ideal pitch.

Clounts Darkie (T2) formerly an A1 class greyhound, confirmed her wellbeing when capturing an A3 contest more than a month ago, but lacks consistency nowadays. Gloria Stringer's charge is not certain to crack out in front, and may encounter traffic problems.

Greenfield Joy (T3) has made solid progress through the grades since landing an A9 event last November. Terry Atkins' challenger produced a stunning performance when clocking a sizzling 27.30 last month, and a reproduction of that peppy effort would suffice.

Diamond Dara (T4) has developed into a most consistent greyhound during the last few weeks, and arrives here chasing a third success from his last seven races. With Ian Wills' tough trapper likely to dominate from the front, he could take some pegging back if allowed a soft lead.

Penn Bridge (T5) is unfortunate to be drawn next door to a snappy starter, and is likely to be playing catch-up from the first turn. Ron Bicknell's contestant ended a nine-race lean spell when picking up an A4 contest eight days ago, but this looks more difficult.

Droopys Duran (T6) may well have won a lot more races during his career had he been more alert on leaving the machine. However, with Pat Curtin's contender having captured only one event from his last 18 attempts, layers look likely to come out on top.

Maydare View (T1) tends to fall asleep as the traps fall open, and will probably be playing catch-up from the outset. Paul Young's lightly campaigned individual, however, will be going on at the finish in a bid to lose her maiden certificate at the seventh time of asking.

Castle Twister (T2) posted his latest success at the higher A7 level in February, so is potentially well in on that form. However, with Martyn Wiley's contender having tasted defeat in all of her next seven subsequent starts, she looks best opposed.

Special Lad (T3) remains a maiden after five career outings as a result of a series of very slow exits. Jim Reynolds' contestant appears to have a good deal of running to do to reverse recent placings with Hollylodge Becky (T6), and an improved start is a must.

Grumpy Hammer (T4) is still winless after four starts to date, but has at least been the subject of strong support in two of those races. Jim Reynolds' pup boasts pace to burn, and cannot be ruled out.

Spearmint Rhino (T5) boasts a phenomenal record at the grade, having won all of her last three races at this A8 level. Martyn Wiley's likeable type caught a tartar on her first start for around two months, and with that outing under her belt, she looks set to take the catching.

Hollylodge Becky (T6) looks the danger to Spearmint Rhino (T5). Alison Ingram's sole wide seed possesses a 40 per cent winning strike-rate at the level, and is expected to mount an early challenge.

Salems to cast magic spell in S5

Salems Hero (T3) is flagged up as the greyhound with most potential in the S5 contest run over 575 metres and due underway at 20:19.

Tipper (T1) is the elder statesman in the field, and is undeniably well in on his best form. Successful in an S2 event in January, Maggie Lucas' old hand has gone without a win in each of his 12 subsequent races, and cannot be recommended with confidence.

Kiln Hazel (T2) is set to have her first outing at this S5 level, but appears to be struggling at the business end nowadays. Backers are likely to run a mile on learning that Peter Payne's frustrating veteran has gone 16 races without a win.

Salems Hero (T3), a former S4 grader when based at Crayford, looks to boast plenty of scope for improvement after only two outings around the London Road circuit. With Peter Payne's challenger dropped in class following two respectable runs in better company, he ought to take the beating.

Chocky Girl (T4) overcame a sluggish start to win an A7 event over a shorter trip 11 days ago. Paul Young's contestant is not certain to appreciate the step back up in distance, and needs to find improvement on the clock.

Not Me Sir (T5) tends to miss the break, and is likely to give himself plenty of ground to recover. The winner of an S4 event in January, Dave Mullins' character has been on a downward spiral ever since, having lost his last 13 races, and layers are likely to come out on top.

Malden Breeze (T6) has won just once from 16 career outings, and is currently on an 11-race losing run. With those facts close at hand, layers are likely to relish the prospect of taking on Paul Young's individual.

'Airtec' and 'Archers' flagged up in A3

Eye onthe Airtec (T4) and Archers Arrow (T6) look the pair to concentrate on in the A3 contest run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:41.

Tinas Angel (T1) comes here in sparkling form, having won four of her last seven starts. However, Maggie Lucas' veteran has been off the track for the best part of four months, and will need to improve again on the stop watch to strike.

Questhouse Mac (T2) misses the break on a regular basis, and is likely to be left with plenty to do at the corner. Jim Reynolds' challenger has been beaten in all of his last ten races, and looks ideal punting material for layers.

Knockembacknutta (T3) has landed two of his last three races at the level, and is no back number. If Jim Reynolds' competitor manages to avoid the traffic jams, a bold show looks on the cards.

Eye Onthe Airtec (T4), a lightly campaigned runner, was formerly A4 grade at best when based at Sittingbourne. With Alison Ingram's contestant boasting plenty of scope for improvement after one start around the London Road circuit, she looks one to keep on the right side.

Razldazl Lad (T5) is finding life very tough nowadays, and comes here chasing a first win from his last 11 outings. Paul Young's bitter disappointment is also still winless at the grade following 15 bites of the cherry, and success would prove to be a real shocker.

Archers Arrow (T6) is in awesome form at present, and comes here chasing a fifth success from his last six races. Paul Young's progressive sort is particularly strong in a finish, and it would come as no surprise to envisage him going mighty close on his debut in the grade.

Emmas Rex (T1) and Deanfield Bobby (T3) look the pair to concentrate on in Oxford's opening A9 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 14:21.

Emmas Rex (T1) looks most likely to dominate proceedings from the inside. Maurice Massey's individual takes a drop in grade after tackling A8 events for her last two outings, and he should take the beating.

Sams Baby (T2), formerly rated A5 class at Milton Keynes, is still lightly campaigned around the Sandy Lane circuit. However, with Michael Peterson's representative slow to react to the opening of the traps, layers are likely to emerge as the winners.

Deanfield Bobby (T3) looks an interesting prospect. Although Ron Bicknell's youngster has something to find on the stopwatch, he appeared in good heart when coming from well off the pace to land a similar contest last month. Open to more improvement than the majority of his rivals, he looks set to be in the mix.

Scaldy Nora (T4) should have no problems in the staying department with Ian Wills' contestant having won a six-bend event last month. However, she looks in danger of being outpaced at the turn, and is not one to trust.

Derryhogan Fifi (T5) came through with a strong late burst to snatch an A7 contest in February but has struggled ever since. With Gloria Stringer's competitor currently on a nine-race losing run, backers are advised to tread warily.

Galbertstown Kay (T6), formerly an A3 class hound, appears to be on a downward spiral nowadays. Gil Hepden's challenger tends to lose ground by running wide at the turns, and is hard to flag up with confidence following 11 consecutive defeats.

'Snazzy' and 'Witness' the chief players in A9

Snazzy Moon (T3) and Witness Box (T4) look worth chancing in the A9 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 16:08.

Roddymoor Jade (T1) will try her little heart out to reach the first turn unscathed, but is expected to fall short in that department. With Terry Atkins' contender having tasted defeat in all of her last nine races, she appears to have plenty to prove.

Sopranos Spirit (T2) is at least open to some improvement with only 11 outings under his belt. However, Gil Hepden's pup should struggle to lead at the corner, and may well find himself in a traffic jam.

Snazzy Moon (T3) boasts the most potential in the field after four career starts at the A8 level. Ron Bicknell's promising contestant looks to have her best opportunity to date trying the grade for the first time.

Witness Box (T4) had Roddymoor Jade (T1) two-and-a-half lengths behind when successful last week. Angie Kibble's challenger boasts the strongest early pace in the contest, and is expected to be out in front at the turn.

Greencroft Dan (T5) is not the force of old nowadays. Although Maurice Massey's individual looks capable of a peppy start, she will need plenty of luck in-running.

Ardmayle Court (T6) is set for a drop in class after attracting little support when beaten in all of his last five A8 races. However, backers are likely to run a mile on learning that Luciano Magnasco's charge has won only one of his last 21 starts.

Strong Jack looks good in A3

Strong Jack (T4) possesses pace in abundance, and should take around two lengths out of the field should the pads connect at lid rise in the closing A3 contest run over 450 metres and due underway at 17:44.

Ninth Life (T1) ended an 11-race losing sequence when securing a narrow victory at the level nearly a fortnight ago. Although Michael Peterson's individual is in good form, the youngster has a lot to find on the calculated clock.

Taking Liberties (T2) has made solid progress through the graded structure since landing an A9 contest last August. Pat Curtin's contender posted a phenomenal 27.29 when filling the runner's-up slot in A2 company three months ago, and a repeat of that swift performance would see the December 2004 whelp go close.

Charlies Chaz (T3) will strain every sinew in a bold bid to hit the front at the corner, but is unlikely to achieve that feat with Strong Jack (T4) in attendance. However, Maurice Massey's challenger finished ahead of Taking Liberties (T2) last week, and should at least confirm the placings.

Strong Jack (T4) looks the percentage call. The winner of two races from his last four outings at the grade, Luciano Magnasco's competitor confirmed his wellbeing when making all to land an A3 contest last week. With no penalty incurred for that success, the grand old stager can make all the running.

Evies Rocket (T5) was A1 class three months ago, and cannot be ruled out. Pat Curtin's representative will need his best break for some time, however, to stay with the front-running Strong Jack (T4).

Eden Stone (T6) comes here in sparkling form having won two of his last five races. John Mayo's contestant came from a long way back to score on both occasions, but will need to travel quicker on the clock to figure in the finish at this level.

Maydare Jo (T1) is a lightly campaigned individual with just one win on the board from 17 career starts. With Paul Young's character needing plenty of time to reach full momentum, backers are likely to run a mile.

Kiwi Express (T2) has tasted defeat in all of his last 13 races, but looks well treated on his best form. Martyn Wiley's golden oldie is actually unbeaten at the level, and could be very dangerous taking on this type of company for the first time in nearly three years!

Sekon Storm (T3) comes here bidding to overcome a near seven-week absence. With Jim Reynolds' old stager currently out of form, a watching brief is advised.

Cannon Mr (T4) has been firing bags of blanks in recent weeks. Dave Mullins' former Shawfield handicapper is still without a win from 11 outings around the London Road circuit, and is given a wide berth.

Nadd River (T5) is tough and consistent but remains a backer's nightmare. With Alison Ingram's charge currently enduring a 13-race losing spell and badly in need of the Racing Manager's care, he looks well worth opposing.

A Hint Of Mint (T6) boasts the fastest pace in the field and looks most likely to dominate proceedings out wide. Although Dave Mullins' contender boasts a miserly 10 per cent winning strike-rate at this level, he has a nicer profile than the majority of his rivals.

Fisio and Grumpy to make backers happy in A4

Fisio Flash (T6) and Grumpy Lyn Zee (T2) look the pair to concentrate on in the A4 contest, run over 400 metres and due underway at 20:53.

Not Very Often (T1) looks more than capable of dominating proceedings at the turn granted a peppy exit. Although the switch to the rails is expected to be a bonus, Paul Young's challenger has managed to taste defeat in each of his last 18 races at the level, and layers may well be rubbing their hands with glee at the prospect of taking him on.

Grumpy Lyn Zee (T2) was flagged up as a greyhound to follow on Betfair a few weeks ago and we have still kept the faith. Jim Reynolds' lightly raced individual still appears to have more in the locker, and is expected to be doing sterling work in the latter phases.

Carlin Rumble (T3) stays well and cannot be ruled out of the equation. Although Maxine Locke's contender fails to produce the fireworks from the boxes, she boasts a fine 33 per cent winning strike-rate at this grade, and should be in the mix.

Raging Road (T4) is strong in the early pace department when the pads connect. However, it has to be a worry for backers that Martyn Wiley's competitor has lost each of his last 17 races.

Scrunch (T5) was having his first outing for the best part of two months when finishing at the rear last weekend. Jim Reynolds' contestant remains fairly lightly campaigned, and should strip fitter for the race.

Fisio Flash (T6), formerly an S1 stayer, is still capable of winning his share of races. Dave Mullins' in-form charge looked in grand shape when posting successive wins in A6 and A5, and another late flourish is anticipated.

Weggie worth a wager in S3

The S3 contest, run over 575 metres and due underway at 21:25, will not take much winning and Weggie Wagtail (T6) boasts a solid profile.

Ardera Stacey (T1) may not be in the first flush of youth but with Maxine Locke's kennel in flying form, she cannot be disregarded. Ideally placed next to the pegs, the choicely bred daughter of Top Honcho looked in good order when landing a similar event nine days ago, and dropped back to an ideal level, she appears a dangerous opponent.

Rockchase Lynn (T2) would have ideally preferred the red jacket, and will need every slice of luck in-running. Paul Young's frustrating bitch is given yet another chance by the Racing Manager after 12 career outings without success, but does not look trustworthy.

Steeple Rd Lady (T3) came very close to ending a difficult period for connections when just failing to last home in a similar contest on Saturday. With Paul Young's character seeing it's losing sequence now having stretched to 12, layers look likely to benefit from her inconsistency.

Black Shadow (T4) is another very disappointing stayer, who has lost the plot in recent weeks. Martyn Wiley's contestant is currently on a 16-race losing run and cannot be flagged up with confidence.

Inagh Two (T5) looks held by Rockchase Lynn (T2) on their recent running, but has the drop in class to help his cause. Peter Payne's charge stays on stoutly and should be thereabouts.

Weggie Wagtail (T6), a former Shawfield handicapper, looks to boast every chance of hitting the front early doors. Lightly campaigned in the staying department, Jim Reynolds' individual boasts more potential than the majority of her rivals, and the class dropper looks set to run a big race.

Blue Moucha (T1) comes here in sparkling form having landed four of her last six races. Alison Ingram's veteran remains lightly raced at the grade after two starts to date, and the slow starter cannot be ignored.

Stylistic (T2) takes her time to reach full speed from the traps, and is expected to be chasing the pace early doors. Dave Mullins' frustrating bitch has failed to finish in the first three in each of her last seven outings, and looks worth taking on at the likely odds.

Mayview Trixie (T3) is the most lightly campaigned runner in the line-up after just eight outings and is learning all the time. Paul Young's bitch should make her mark in due course, but needs to improve on the clock to feature in the finish.

Funny Time (T4) was formerly an A2 hound at Belle Vue before running with distinction over the course and distance at the same standard, but appears to be on a downward spiral nowadays. Paul Young's individual is capable of a nippy start on his day, but cannot be relied upon after losing all of his last 17 races.

Xaar Arapaho (T5) looks the obvious choice. Although Paul Young's tough challenger is not in the first flush of youth, the son of Droopys Kewell is more than capable of making his mark at this level. Strong in the early pace department, and equally potent at the business end, the Xaar can reign supreme.

Droopys Spinks (T6) will strain every sinew in a bid to kick out of the traps running. However, Alison Ingram's wide seed may struggle in this company having lost all of her last 11 starts.

High St on right road in A1

High St Fortune (T5), the most lightly raced performer in the field, looks the one to be on in the A1 contest, run over 400 metres and due underway at 20:58.

Stoneys Big Boy (T1) looks likely to set the pace from the inside. Although Maggie Lucas' contender boasts a miserly 12 per cent winning strike-rate at the level, his performances on the calculated clock have vastly improved in recent weeks. Backers are advised to act with caution.

Bigwood Wally (T2) hails from the bang in-form Maxine Locke kennel and cannot be ruled out. It has to be a worry for backers, however, that the son of Sineads Rocket has tasted defeat in all of his last six races - all at the grade.

Concerta Express (T3) is the slowest in the field on the clock, but boasts claims if able to exit the traps in a hurry. Blessed with plenty of opening speed, Alison Ingram's old hand has won three of his last six races, and enters the equation.

Danfoss Revolver (T4) has not been pulling the trigger at trap rise for some time and will have to be content to chase the pacemakers. However, Jim Reynolds' competitor has made solid progress through the graded structure since starting his career around a year ago, boasting the potential to win races at the top grade.

High St Fortune (T5) should set the standard. Paul Young's decent prospect has been highly tried in Open company in three of her last five races and is expected to relish the chance to make a slick getaway at this lesser level.

Jomax Plumber (T6) is ideally drawn to mount a serious challenge to High St Fortune (T5) at the turn. Although Maxine Locke's runner is predicted to go off at long odds judged on the tissue prices, the tough cookie looks capable of surprising the majority of pundits.

Cheeky Chalky well drawn in A6

Cheeky Chalky (T6) looks drawn for a strong late display in the A6 contest, run over 400 metres and due underway at 21:44.

Bough Park Boy (T1) has probably the most to prove of the two debutants in the field. With Dave Mullins' charge having 11 spots to find with Oldmill Weasel (T2) on trial times, layers may well be licking their lips at the prospect of opposing the November 05 whelp.

Oldmill Weasel (T2) takes plenty of time to warm to the task from the traps judged on her moderate trial sectionals, but is expected to be doing sterling work in the latter stages. Peter Payne's newcomer should be monitored closely in the pre-race market for positive signs.

After Shock (T3) boasts plenty of initial speed and has a decent chance of turning the corner in front. Paul Young's charge, however, is on a six-race losing run and cannot be trusted.

Blonde Zita (T4) has been struggling to display her old zest from the lids in recent weeks. However, with Maxine Locke's kennel in fine fettle at present, the daughter of Roanokee bids to overcome a 16-day absence and is no forlorn hope.

Springwood Peg (T5) looked in grand shape when coming from off the pace to land an A7 event nine days ago. However, it is a worry for potential backers that Maggie Lucas' old stager has tasted defeat in each of her last five races at this level.

Cheeky Chalky (T6) is a real star. Although Paul Young's individual is getting a bit long in the tooth nowadays, he has managed to grind out two successes from his last four outings at the level. Paul Young's contestant is nicely positioned out wide and is expected to turn on the power from halfway.

SJAMBOK SAL (T1) is currently going through a lean period but you cannot fault her work-rate or commitment. Despite her years (July 2002 whelp) she still has pestering pace in abundance and certainly warrants maximum consideration.

GALIPIP LATERONI (T2) opened his account seven days ago when clocking a personal best 29:16. He incurs the inevitable penalty but with youth on his side, 'Galpip' is open to any kind of improvement. His main goal this evening is to out-manoeuvre 'Sjambok Sal' to the opening corner.

SMOOTH WOODFIELD (T3) only knows one way - hit the lids running and string out the opposition. Being stamina-challenged, however, he cannot afford to ease off the accelerator at any stage of the event otherwise he will become easy pickings on the run-in.

TEWMAX MINNIE (T4) performed creditably among A6 clientele yet she still benefits from a drop in class. 'Minnie' quickly slips through the gears on the run-up and is strongly fancied to amass a race-winning advantage along the back straight.

MURPHYS GAL (T5) is currently suffering from that annoying near-miss syndrome. She will probably have supporters but her style of running (comes from way off the pace) is fraught with danger and will always give 'Betfair layers' a chance.

SHARPLES GOLD (T6) scored under similar circumstances on her penultimate excursion - A7 class wearing the striped jacket. She isn't the quickest from the starting blocks, but a late arrival onto the premises is guaranteed.

'Hollylake' to bounce back from sickbay
Belle Vue 20:10

HORSELEAP MANDY (T1) has been absent since February 15th, therefore her fitness has to be taken on trust. Her recent trial times suggest she will need a spin or two to acclimatise, but 'Mandy' is sure to spice-up the first-phase conflict.

SCREAMINGWITNESS (T2) made full use of the drop in status last week to open his hurdling account at the fourth attempt. With the scent of victory in his nostrils he may be hungry for more, but among these tougher rivals there is no margin for error at the trap release.

STUNNING SECRET (T3) comes under the Belle Vue public eye for the first time. She travelled smoothly during her practise sessions and her jumping technique was fluent and economical. A debut success is not out of the question.

PRIDE OF TERESA (T4) isn't one to rely upon too heavily, but she did pick up some winning prize money a couple of weeks ago in H3 class. She employs a late-hitting style but it's hard to see her catching-up in a clean run contest.

HOLLYLAKE BOY (T5) has been off-duty for the past three weeks due to sickness. He clocked a sizzling 28:94 on his comeback trial and a repeat time tonight will suffice. If trapping well, this classy individual can have matters sewn up by the halfway stage.

FLASHING DARKY (T6) is switching her attention to the hurdling game following a stint over staying distances on the flat. She doesn't take a great deal of interest during the opening exchanges but comes home faster than most. Having the outer lane all to herself, a trouble-free path is virtually assured.

'Broadwalk's' early speed can pay dividends
Belle Vue 21:10

COCKTAIL HONDO (T1) was a little stretched on the class front in A5 and she is released to the sphere of her last success. She departs the starting stalls with purpose and is prepared to battle for every single inch of the journey.

PINEDALE LADY (T2) has entered the traps on four occasions but she has failed to pick up a medal of any description. The Racing Chief offers sympathy but it might be worthwhile to wait for some concrete evidence before investing.

AUTUMN GOVERNOR (T3) isn't the tidiest escapee and there is always a chance he will be held up en-route. 'Governor' is such a powerful runner though and if he manages to corner in the shadow of the pacesetters, his strength-in-depth could be the key to victory.

TOP GRAND (T4) has had a couple of outings after injury setback, so he should be nicely tuned-up. He takes his time to stoke up the boiler but if he edges to front at any point, it will take a huge effort from of the others to deny him the winning purse.

RANGERS EURO (T5) is another character who customarily saves her best work for the business end of proceedings. On the negative side though, her recent form has been below par and with this in mind, giving her the swerve could be the best policy.

BROADWALK MILE (T6) appears to have a golden opportunity to break his maiden tag. He shouldn't have any problems in seizing immediate command on the outside and his backstretch burst of energy can complete the job.

Blue Moucha (T1) displayed much improved form in recent weeks to land a hat-trick before finding trouble in her last race nearly a fortnight ago. With Alison Ingram's in-form contender lightly raced at the level, a bold show is anticipated.

Kiwi Express (T2) comes here bidding to end a miserable 11-race losing sequence. With the one-paced oldie boasting the slowest recent time in the field, layers may well be out to give Martyn Wiley's frustrating kiwi the bird.

Droopys Toni (T3) looks an intriguing challenger. Maggie Lucas' charge showed much improved form when proceeding to dominate throughout in a well-contested A7 event, in a very fast time recently. Although the frustrating bitch has lost her last seven races at this level, she is expected to attract her share of market interest.

Micks Boy (T4) boasts the peppiest sectional times in the contest and should kick the trap door open if in the right mood. Paul Young's individual cannot be ruled out if his timing is right.

Spooky Mouseen (T5) is the dark horse. Paul Young's runner would not need to be anything out of the ordinary to make a huge impact, and this race could be tailor-made for the February 05 youngster. The fact that trainer Paul Young made the decision to run his charge in an Open at Sittingbourne in February appears to speak volumes about her potential, and the lightly campaigned performer could be anything.

Jomax Mentor (T6) is notoriously slow to leave the gates, and may well give himself too much ground to recover. Maxine Locke's challenger is expected to command plenty of market attention, but his 6.67 per cent winning strike-rate at the grade should be a major worry for backers.

Lucifers Star for cash again in A3

Lucifers Star (T4) has been heavily supported in each of his last three races, and Paul Young's challenger looks set to command the market attention once more in the A3 contest, run over 400 metres and due underway at 20:24.

Genesis Star (T1) looks a fascinating contender. Dave Mullins' individual has been running in Open company this season, and is surprisingly dropped in class considering that he managed to win an A2 race last month. Nicely positioned next to the pegs, a big run looks on the cards.

None The Wiser (T2) ended an 11-race drought when making virtually all the running to land a similar event over the course and distance last week. Although Alison Ingram's contender did the job well from the front that day, the golden oldie appears to lack in consistency, and may be worth opposing on this occasion.

I Digress To (T3) has upped the ante in recent weeks with two wins from her last four outings. However with Jim Reynolds' representative boasting a modest 24:86 at best on the clock, further improvement is a must.

Lucifers Star (T4) looks set to crack out and dominate proceedings. Paul Young's lightly raced performer is easily the quickest in the sectional division, and fully deserves a success after a string of solid recent efforts.

Lavenders Who (T5) confirmed himself in good heart when making all to land an A4 recently, but is expected to struggle at this standard. With Paul Young's ageing stayer having tasted defeat in each of his last six races at the grade, backers are entitled to look elsewhere for the winner.

Hakuna Matata (T6) is a character and cannot be trusted in his current frame of mind. Jim Reynolds' slow wide seed has lost each of his last seven races, and is hard to fancy.

Westdale Blue looks classy in A1

Westdale Blue (T2) is expected to take plenty of beating in the A1 contest, run over 400 metres and due underway at 20:57.

Proud Mathew (T1) has stepped up a gear in recent weeks, having won two races and finished runner-up on three other occasions in his last six starts. Jim Reynolds' in-form contender will strain every sinew in a bid to reach the turn on the bunny, but is expected to miss out in this company.

Westdale Blue (T2) would be a stone-cold certainty with a reproduction of his phenomenal 24:24 in February. A fast exit should ensure Martyn Wiley's charge hits the turn in command, so backers should know their fate early doors.

Spot That (T3) won a sprint at Harlow last month, and is no forlorn hope. Maxine Locke's charge should be prominent at the corner but looks in danger of running out of stamina at the business end.

Clap The Throw (T4) is a tough competitor at this level who comes here on the back of an all-the-way success at the grade last week. However, Peter Payne's grand campaigner looks held by Westdale Blue (T2) on last month's running.

Toosey Beau (T5) is expected to start at big odds judged on the tissue prices. However, Jim Reynolds' individual managed to land an Open event last week and is clearly no mug at this level.

Jomax Plumber (T6) ended a seven-race losing sequence when coming from off the pace to land a similar contest last week. With Maxine Locke's challenger looking strong on the clock, the October 04 whelp is expected to be doing sterling work in the latter phases.

PIPPINS HERO (T1) is suffering from slow starts and trouble on the turns. The switch to the inside fence has to be considered a positive move, giving her a little more breathing space which will obviously help her off-the-pace style of running.

BALLYMAC ROBIN (T2) simply cannot get her trapping technique spot-on. Her fumbling getaways are costing connections dearly but she is a young bitch who will eventually win her share. One of these evenings she will nip out in front and score in a very fast time!

LEMON BUSTER (T3) was twice chopped for racing room last Thursday but he battled away gamely to land a share of the minor purse (only beaten ¾ length). On his best form 'Buster' is head and shoulders above A6 opponents and surely he can bounce back to winning ways this evening. With a half-decent escape his middle firepower can complete the job.

CAILIN (T4) likes nothing more than bowling along at the head of affairs. He isn't the same force if denied that lead-luxury so his fate will be realised in the first few strides. Time-wise he certainly measures up to an A6 assignment.

DENAS MARINAS (T5) returns to the fray following a month's absence. Her form prior to the lay-off was nothing to write home about but she did clock a pleasing 28.89 re-qualifying trial. Any positive moves in the market would be interesting!

MICKEYS SHEILA (T6) shows her best form when she forces the issue from the word 'go'. She steers a wide course though and she runs out of steam as the winning line comes into view which makes her vulnerable to late challengers.

'WEATON' CAN WEAVE HER WAY TO GLORY
BELLE VUE 19.55

DARK JUSTICE (T1) is one of the more senior hounds on the Belle Vue racing strength but one still has to admire both his work-rate and commitment. Also, and very importantly, he certainly knows where that winning line is! He will be pressing for overall control on the final swing for home.

BAT IT OUT (T2) opened his account at the first time of asking clocking a respectable 29.23. He's facing stiffer opponents but the manner of his success implies there is more in the locker. He shouldn't have any problems seizing immediate command on the inside lane.

PINEDALE LADY (T3) has played two lost two (in total beaten more than 25 lengths) and there is nothing positive to report. To be fair she hasn't had the best of luck and can only go in one direction. A touch more urgency at the trap release would aid her cause.

WEETON WEAVER (T4) has yet to grace the winning enclosure after three outings but she has shown enough ability to suggest she is up to a task of this nature. She should have enough speed to corner in the shadow of the leaders, then press the 'go' button approaching the three-quarter juncture.

TOP GRAND (T5) is a strong-running individual who takes the knocks and bumps in his stride but this is his first outing following a two-month spell in the treatment room, therefore match fitness has to be a slight concern.

STAR WEEKLY (T6) bounced back from lameness in winning fashion. He was an A1 player last Autumn, therefore the move up to A5 category here shouldn't pose a problem. Like his rival in trap 5, he saves his best work for the business end of proceedings.

'CARLOW' ALL SET TO BREAK HIS MAIDEN TAG
BELLE VUE 20.55

GIN PIT JIP (T1) always gives a good account of herself and another big run can be expected clad in her favoured scarlet jacket. She is a proven force in A5 category and will make her presence felt along the far side.

ROMANTIC RASCAL (T2) is conceding far too much ground in the early stages to get in a telling blow. Tonight's ease in grade is obviously a huge incentive for him but, once again, his late burst of energy will probably be all in vain.

EFFERNOGUE DON (T3) boasts a wide range of talents and he can certainly motor a bit once in full rhythm along the far side. However, on the negative side, there is a dearth of gold awards in the trophy cabinet which implies he lacks that vital ingredient, killer instinct.

CARLOW CUB (T4) was heavily supported in the market last week, clocked a personal best 28.73 but he had to settle for the forecast spot. Compensation in full tonight! He should be in the thick of the action from the word 'go' and his high cruising speed can gradually see off the opposition.

DRAMA BYPASS (T5) is currently in fine fettle but she might be a little stretched on the class front at this level of combat. Having said that, with one of her slicker starts, she is capable of spicing-up the early argument and will enjoy any luck on offer.

CARAMAC ATTACK (T6) is making fair progress through the grading structure and will soon add an A5 credit to the tally. Her main objective is to come out on top during the opening exchanges and put the onus on those astern.