| 1573938 |
1 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Minella Drama |
|
b |
g |
Flemensfirth |
Midsummer Drama |
King's Theatre |
11 |
0 |
143 |
i |
Theo Gillard |
null |
D McCain Jnr |
Ran to form back on better ground, outstayed late when second beaten 8 1/2l in Premier Chase (Listed) at Kelso latest; effective 2 1/2m on decent ground; generally saves best for Aintree; inconsistent of late but player if building on latest. |
|
151 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
6 |
20 |
132.87 |
null |
| 1573938 |
2 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Guard Your Dreams |
|
b |
g |
Fame And Glory |
Native Sunrise |
Definite Article |
10 |
0 |
141 |
i |
Toby McCain-Mitchell |
5 |
Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies |
Scored by 13l off a 8lb lower mark at Warwick penultimate start; effective 3m, acts with cut but best on decent ground; former Grade 2 winner, well treated on old hurdles form. |
|
143 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
12 |
43 |
320.45 |
null |
| 1573938 |
3 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Le Milos |
|
b |
g |
Shirocco |
Banjaxed Girl |
King's Theatre |
11 |
0 |
139 |
i |
Harry Skelton |
null |
Dan Skelton |
Found ground on the testing side but not disgraced 19l third in a handicap chase at Warwick most recent run; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, best at 3m; veteran inconsistent nowadays. |
|
151 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
14 |
65 |
362.81 |
null |
| 1573938 |
4 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Numitor |
|
gr |
g |
Schiaparelli |
Just Popsy |
Turgeon |
12 |
72.12 |
134 |
i |
R P McLernon |
null |
H Main |
Every chance, needed run when fourth beaten 13l in a handicap chase at Exeter latest; ran well on this card a couple of years ago; effective 2 1/2-3m, acts on any; back below last winning mark but struggling this term. |
|
148 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
10 |
33 |
181.0 |
null |
| 1573938 |
5 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Fugitif |
|
b |
g |
Ballingarry |
Turiane |
Arvico |
11 |
0 |
134 |
i |
Thomas Bellamy |
null |
R Hobson |
Ran to current form when second beaten 13l in a handicap chase at Warwick latest; visor first time; off a short-break; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good; not quite the force of old, easing in weights. |
|
148 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
5 |
13 |
106.67 |
null |
| 1573938 |
6 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Outlaw Peter |
|
b |
g |
Mustameet |
My Katie |
Classic Cliche |
10 |
0 |
134 |
i |
H Cobden |
null |
P F Nicholls |
Returned to form down in grade back on better ground beaten a length off a 2lb lower mark at Exeter last time; cheekpieces first time; effective 2 1/2m, acts on soft, good, best on sound surface; needs to build on recent revival. |
|
145 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
7 |
25 |
193.94 |
null |
| 1573938 |
7 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Courtland |
|
b |
g |
Court Cave |
Media View |
Presenting |
11 |
71.67 |
133 |
i |
James Bowen |
null |
Mickey Bowen |
Too much to do after series of errors when fourth beaten 17l in a handicap chase at Cheltenham latest; returning from a break; best at just over 2 1/2m; well treated on old form. |
|
144 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
15 |
78 |
391.18 |
null |
| 1573938 |
8 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
The Flier Begley |
|
b |
g |
Shirocco |
Las Princess |
Oscar |
11 |
71.21 |
132 |
i |
Benjamin Macey |
5 |
G Hanmer |
Won this last year off 7lb lower; ran to form back over hurdles when second beaten 6 1/2l in a novice hurdle at Southwell latest; effective 2 1/2m, acts on good; back below last winning mark, of interest. |
|
147 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
1 |
66 |
641.3 |
null |
| 1573938 |
9 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
|
b |
g |
Fame And Glory |
Last Of Many |
Lahib |
11 |
0 |
132 |
i |
Charlie Maggs |
3 |
L Morgan |
Found little, unable to dominate well beaten in a handicap chase at Cheltenham latest; returning from a break; effective 2 1/2-3m, suited by decent ground; inconsistent, wants to dominate but remains on good mark. |
|
151 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
13 |
60 |
140.71 |
null |
| 1573938 |
10 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Dreal Deal |
|
b |
g |
Arvico |
Fleur Rose |
Flemensfirth |
11 |
0 |
130 |
i |
C Gethings |
null |
P J Rothwell |
Never threatened down the field in QuinnBet Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recent; usually held up; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; not the force of old, needs this drop in class. |
|
146 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
9 |
32 |
83.26 |
null |
| 1573938 |
11 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Neon Moon |
|
b |
g |
No Risk At All |
Hidden Horizons |
Winged Love |
10 |
0 |
130 |
i |
Rian Corcoran |
7 |
D Pipe |
Below form back down in trip comfortably held in a handicap chase at Exeter last time; effective 2m5f-3m on good; probably high enough in weights. |
|
143 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
4 |
18 |
82.38 |
null |
| 1573938 |
12 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Triple Trade |
|
b |
g |
Norse Dancer |
Doubly Guest |
Barathea Guest |
10 |
70.31 |
130 |
i |
Brendan Powell |
null |
J Tizzard |
Below form when fourth beaten 20l in Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury latest; effective 2-2 1/2m; remains well treated on old efforts, danger. |
|
147 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
2 |
50 |
626.37 |
null |
| 1573938 |
13 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Filanderer |
|
b |
g |
Kayf Tara |
Flirtatious |
Generous |
10 |
69.85 |
129 |
i |
J J Burke |
null |
H Morrison |
Scored by 11l off a 9lb lower mark at Market Rasen penultimate start; far too free, outclassed up in grade Pulled up in Ultima Handicap Chase latest; effective 2 1/2m, acts on any; progressive until latest. |
|
145 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
8 |
31 |
266.67 |
null |
| 1573938 |
14 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Dubai Days |
|
b |
g |
Dubai Destination |
Comeragh Girl |
Imperial Ballet |
12 |
0 |
126 |
i |
Bruce Lynn |
null |
N W Alexander |
Back below last winning mark and returned to form back down in trip landing a handicap by 2l off a 4lb lower mark at Ayr last time; effective 2 1/2m, doesn't get 3m; generally consistent veteran but vulnerable in this grade. |
|
146 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
16 |
82 |
353.57 |
null |
| 1573938 |
15 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Lord Baddesley |
|
b |
g |
Doyen |
Tropical Ocean |
Anshan |
11 |
0 |
125 |
i |
Sam Twiston-Davies |
null |
A J Honeyball |
Unsuited by heavy ground comfortably held in a handicap chase at Warwick last time; off a short-break; effective at around 2 1/2m, suited by decent ground; mark high enough. |
|
149 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
3 |
28 |
127.53 |
null |
| 1573938 |
16 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
Genois |
|
b |
g |
Saddler Maker |
La Rousseliere |
April Night |
10 |
68.04 |
125 |
i |
Jonjo O'Neill Jr. |
null |
Jonjo & A J O'Neill |
Improved on recent efforts landing a handicap by a length off a 4lb lower mark at Exeter last time; usually held up; effective 2m3f-3m, acts on soft and good; competitive mark still. |
|
143 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
17 |
82 |
579.02 |
null |
| 1573938 |
17 |
2 |
Class 2 | 10YO plus |
15:20 |
Haydock |
04 Apr 2026 |
Unibet Middle Distance Veterans' Handicap Chase |
£51,440 - 17 declared to run |
2m 3f 203y |
Good-good to soft in places |
|
null |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
The class angle in the race is former Old Roan winner Minella Drama. He ran well in that contest this term and though he's proven tough to predict he did hint at revival last time at Listed level. He's potentially very well treated back in a handicap and will appreciate the drop in trip. However it is an open race and there could be better value to be had elsewhere. WHISTLEINTHEDARK was behind a number of these last time where he was unsuited by the change of tactics but he had been back in form prior to that. He races off a mark of 132 but in the last year he has recorded a rating 11lb higher and in the past he has won off a 6lb higher mark. The Widdow Maker has been freshened up after chasing the selection home in the autumn. He conceded first run that day and is on a dangerous mark on his best form so could once again provide a big threat. In form Genois is another who remains on a workable mark and should be involved in the finish. |
1-2-3 Selections Whistleinthedark (9) Minella Drama (1) The Widdow Maker (17) |
null |
Whistleinthedark |
Minella Drama |
The Widdow Maker |
null |
0 |
null |
The Widdow Maker |
|
ch |
g |
Arvico |
Countess Point |
Karinga Bay |
12 |
0 |
120 |
i |
Dylan Johnston |
null |
J Tizzard |
Travelled, conceded first run but held, ran to form when second beaten 8l in a handicap chase at Carlisle latest; enjoys making it; returning from a break; effective 2-2 1/2m, acts on good to soft, good; back in form and remains very well treated on old efforts. |
|
147 |
null |
null |
null |
|
|
11 |
33 |
171.95 |
null |