SHAMLAAN CAN DO
SHAMLAAN (2.05) looks the real deal for Kevin Philippart De Foy in the Tote Handicap at Chester.
The sprinter recorded yet another career best when cosily denying Sir Henry Cotton and is admirably consistent so can defy a welldeserved 6lb hike for his thriving handler.
GLORIOUS ANGEL (1.30) can soar for Hugo Palmer in a warm renewal of the Lili Agnes Stakes. This exciting filly made an excellent impression when third to Dare To Hope on debut at Nottingham so can account for some useful rivals.
Joseph O’Brien’s ABOVE THE CURVE (2:40) can boost her reputation in the Cheshire
Oaks. Classy when slamming the useful Thoughts Of June on her return at Leopardstown, the filly can add a warm Listed contest to her CV.
NEW LONDON (3.10) can lift the Chester Vase for allconquering trainer Charlie Appleby. The colt should easily book his Epsom Derby place after hammering Aldous Huxley at Newmarket.
EVER GIVEN (3.40) can make a winning debut for Hugo Palmer in the Deepbridge Handicap.
The three-year-old ended his career for Tom Dascombe with a fine fourth in Listed Company at York and remains nicely unexposed so he can defy a welter-burden dropped in class.
SMEATON’S LIGHT (4.45) can shade the trappy Stephen Wade Handicap for Mick Channon. The gelding will relish returning to seven furlongs after his close second to Castana Dia at Leicester.
LISSEN TO THE LADY (2:15) can repeat last year’s success in the Aitken Turnbull Hurdle at Kelso.
Sandy Forster’s mare put in her best shift when thrashing The Jad Factor over track and trip. That is excellent form so this likeable type can shrug off a fair 9lb hike for her shrewd connections.
Sue Smith’s JOKE DANCER (3.50) is no laughing matter in the Bedmax Handicap Chase
The nine-year-old gelding hated being held up when a disappointing fourth to Miss Amelia at Carlisle and remains well-treated so can bounce back with a return to more positive tactics.