Worcester
Tomorrow, June 18, 2025HurdleClass 32m4f
Verdict
Verdict
There was sufficient promise in WHIZZ KID's recent reappearance at Bangor to suggest that he is up to winning a race of this nature off his present mark, which is 3 lb lower than when he last got his head in front back in 2023. Handlethekettle looked all at sea over fences on his chase debut at Ffos Las and he could be a threat back in this sphere, while cases can also be made for Tarahumara and Ukantango in this trappy-looking contest.
Whizz Kid
Handlethekettle
Tarahumara
2m4f Hcap Hrd
2m4f Hcap Hrd
Each Way terms: 1/4 odds for first 2 places
7. UkantangoJ: Sean BowenT: Olly MurphyF: 9232/43-5- Price History:
- 4.50
- Age:
- 8
- Weight:
- 10-2
- Gear:
- tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 111
- Days Since Last Run:
- 28
VerdictLook rusty back hurdling after 12 months off when third to Glory And Fortune at Chepstow. Backward step at Warwick since, but has subsequently undergone a wind op and could have a part to play off this reduced mark if bouncing back.- 4. Whizz KidJ: Luke ScottT: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie InsoleF: 14F/433-3
- Price History:
- 5.50
- Age:
- 9
- Weight:
- 10-11
- Gear:
- tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 120
- Days Since Last Run:
- 12
VerdictFairly useful hurdler who has had multiple breathing operations. Ran close to best recent hurdles form when third on chase debut in November and likewise when filling the same finishing position back in this sphere following a break at Bangor (19.6f, good). Solid chance off the same mark. - 6. HandlethekettleJ: Gavin SheehanT: Jamie SnowdenF: 2151-3
- Price History:
- 5.50
- Age:
- 6
- Weight:
- 10-7
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 116
- Days Since Last Run:
- 27
VerdictChased home useful sort on hurdles bow prior to a workmanlike success on stable debut over 2m here in September. Added a Taunton novice to his CV on return in April and the switch back to this sphere looks a good move following a poor run over fences last month. - 5. TarahumaraJ: Harry CobdenT: Emma LavelleF: 11P/P941-3
- Price History:
- 6.00
- Age:
- 9
- Weight:
- 10-8
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 117
- Days Since Last Run:
- 39
VerdictLow-mileage for his age and, despite jumping none too fluently, he stepped up on his reappearance when winning a 9-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (19f, good) in April, quickening to lead run-in. By no means disgraced off this 5 lb higher mark at the same course last time and merits respect. 
3. Glory And FortuneJ: Stan SheppardT: Tom LaceyF: 55381-0- Price History:
- 10.00
- Age:
- 10
- Weight:
- 11-9
- Gear:
- tongue strap
- Official Rating:
- 132
- Days Since Last Run:
- 39
VerdictFormer Betfair Hurdle winner who gained his first success since capturing that prestigious prize when landing a 5-runner Chepstow handicap in April. No chance after a bad mistake 4 out at Haydock since, but his profile is somewhat up-and-down nowadays in any case.
2. Might IJ: Richie McLernonT: Faye BramleyF: 306/61640-- Price History:
- 12.00
- Age:
- 9
- Weight:
- 11-12
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 135
- Days Since Last Run:
- 98
VerdictWell treated judged on several pieces of form, not least when sixth in a big-field Grade 3 Aintree handicap last spring. However, he has struggled since finishing first past the post (subsequently disqualified) at Bangor in November and is opposable back from a break here on debut for new yard.- Unnamed Favourite
- Unnamed 2nd Favourite
Non-Runners
1. ImperoJ: Carl MillarT: Cian Michael Collins, IrelandF: 211191-01- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 6
- Weight:
- 12-0
- Gear:
- cheekpieces
- Official Rating:
- 137
- Days Since Last Run:
- 1
VerdictProlific for current connections, taking record in this sphere to 5-11 when scoring in great style at Kelso (16.2f, good) last month. Hit with an 8 lb rise for that, but the way he quickened clear was impressive and will be a threat if going to post. Engaged 3.50 Stratford Tuesday.