Pontefract
Saturday, May 24, 2025FlatClass 45f
Verdict
Verdict
This could be teed up nicely for the consistent PROTEST RALLY, who is reunited with Cian Horgan (aboard when successful at Musselburgh earlier this month) and he wasn't beaten far when fourth off this mark at Lingfield recently. The 5-y-o will benefit from what promises to be a fast and furious gallop, with the other key contenders Hover On The Wind, Torfrida and Ziggy's Queen all likely to do battle for the lead.
Protest Rally
Hover On The Wind
Torfrida
Win or Each Way
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/4 odds for first 2 places
- 1. Hover On The WindJ: Paul MulrennanT: Paul MidgleyF: 31055-841
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 9-9
- Gear:
- cheekpieces
- Official Rating:
- 75
- Days Since Last Run:
- 18
VerdictCareer best when winning 13-runner handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm, 8/1) 18 days ago, well drawn. 3 lb rise no great hardship and he's a major player. - 7. TorfridaJ: Ray DawsonT: Pam SlyF: 1234/79-24
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 9-1
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 67
- Days Since Last Run:
- 25
Verdict11/4, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 25 days ago. Previously went close over this C&D and leading claims on that form, albeit she'll face stern competition for the lead here (as was the case at Windsor). 
5. Ziggys QueenJ: Oisin James OrrT: Richard FaheyF: 37033-051- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-4
- Gear:
- tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 70
- Days Since Last Run:
- 17
Verdict11/2, didn't need to improve to win 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 17 days ago, always holding on. 3 lb rise fair enough and while her strike rate on turf isn't overly compelling (1-17), she needs considering.- 4. Protest RallyJ: C. HorganT: Liam BaileyF: 1228-2514
- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 9-4
- Gear:
- cheekpieces
- Official Rating:
- 70
- Days Since Last Run:
- 13
VerdictLatest win at Musselburgh in May. Respectable fourth of 14 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, good to firm, 9/2) 13 days ago, well drawn. Should make his presence felt. 
3. Winter CrownJ: T. Kiely-MarshallT: Julie CamachoF: 622660-85- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 5
- Weight:
- 9-5
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 71
- Days Since Last Run:
- 112
VerdictRespectable fifth of 9 in handicap (11/1) at Newcastle (5f) when last seen in January. Likely to find a few too good here, too.
6. Winged MessengerJ: Ryan SextonT: Julie CamachoF: 1/3025776-- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 9-1
- Gear:
- hood
- Official Rating:
- 67
- Days Since Last Run:
- 197
Verdict16/1, respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) on final run of 2024. Resumes on a 3 lb lower mark and could have a say if ready to roll.
2. Grantley HallJ: Billy GarrittyT: Michael & David EasterbyF: P-- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 6
- Weight:
- 9-6
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 72
- Days Since Last Run:
- 291
Verdict14/1, pulled up in handicap at Ripon (5f, firm) on sole 2024 appearance, which came on the back of an absence of almost 2 years. Plenty to prove at present.- Unnamed Favourite
- Unnamed 2nd Favourite