Monmore Race Fields - 11th Jan 2025

CROSSFIELD KEVIN (trap 6) looks a backable proposition against these as he appears to hold cast iron claims to produce a gold run. Miss Ventrice (trap 5) is a popular runner who should keep the selection honest for the entire race. Rackethall Orkat (trap 1) has the ability to get amongst them where it matters.

Having recently bagged the winner's prize, it's not hard to be rather cute on the chances of TOMMYS TARGET (trap 2) to show these the way home. The downgrade will be a help for Howbinya Mos (trap 6), but to what extent remains to be seen. Coolavanny Finn (trap 3) should be back in the winner's enclosure soon if not today.

BRETON ROSEBUD (trap 5) is a confirmed fuel-guzzler and will be looking to get knock these into next week before the tank runs dry. Senahel Bluey (trap 1) could well be the subject of market attention as he has a solid-enough chance. Skyfall Boss Man (trap 4) took his chance well to score recently and is no back number.

Going on his past record in this class, HOMERUN HOUND (trap 6) looks the one to side with here in the hope that things go according to plan from the off. Elderberry Misty (trap 3) has a fair chance and should be around as the winning line looms into view. Swift Magnifico (trap 4) would have a chance if keeping tabs on these early.

SPORTING BANDIT (trap 6) is one of the better bets at the meeting and there will be many prepared to have a dabble providing her odds aren't strangled. There was plenty to like about the recent success of Swift Voyage (trap 3), who is a serious player. The downgrade for Skyfall Maybe (trap 1) may be significant.

Nothing is ever easy in this game, but FOXWOOD KASEY (trap 2) looks to hold a more concrete chance than some of the others, so he gets the vote. It's been nothing but skinny offerings from the bookies on Noduff Tropicana (trap 6) lately and the same is expected. Winterfield Wolf (trap 4) obliged recently and it'll take a brave punter to be totally dismissive of his claims.

Things need to go right for ELDERBERRY SYD (trap 6) early to be seen at his best, but there?s every reason to be hopeful in that regard and he gets the nod. Excited (trap 3) should be playing a part and she can be bang in contention come the line. Anchor Banken (trap 5) was only in action a few days ago and she isn't without hope.

SPORTING QUEEN (trap 3) has sound claims of walking off with the gold medal from this contest and she figures in the forefront of all calculations. It's all about early zip so far as Signet Star (trap 6) is concerned, so backers will soon know their fate. Jives Mohawk (trap 1) shouldn't be ruled out in this field and is taken to make the numbers.

Punters have been keen to keep TULLYMURRY GINO (trap 4) on side recently and they should retain the faith today as this looks very winnable. Bloos Boy Rookie (trap 3) can be in the thick of things from the outset but may ultimately find the pick too good. Note the claims of Elderberry Mhysa (trap 2) increase no end at this level.

ALIEN AERO (trap 3) is often in demand for this type of contest and there's unlikely to be any let up here as he has a definite chance to leave these toiling. Aero Ella (trap 2) holds a sound chance but may find the selection too good. The bookies tend to keep Alien Chatter (trap 5) on side, but they'll probably want to lay the rest.

The chances of SUGAR GIRL DOTTY (trap 5) are well above average and she certainly ticks more boxes than the opposition. On that basis, she is hard to oppose. Windmill Dream (trap 1) looks to have a big part to play and is taken to chase the selection home. Noduff Orleans (trap 2) is in her comfort zone at this level and can go well once more.

There will be those that have been waiting for DRUMDOIT MURPHY (trap 6) for a while and they will not be letting this golden opportunity slip by without support. Rudheath Rose (trap 2) should be in the thick of things at the line and is afforded plenty of respect. Dynamic Bride (trap 4) is on the shortlist after some useful workouts and could make the frame.