Swindon Race Fields - 11th Jan 2025

While accepting TOMMY BROCK (trap 1) will need his fair share of good fortune, he still rates the most likely winner and is given the nod. The bookies can expect to see money for Effernogue Pep (trap 2) again and he should make a real fist of it. Wessex Ryder (trap 5) enters calculations, but he needs things to fall into place.

Providing BALLYMAC BAYA (trap 1) is on her toes early on and returns one of her better efforts, she could be the answer to this trappy number. Ballyregan Niamh (trap 6) will give it a go but may find the selection too hot on this occasion. The money is quite often down on Yo Banana Piggy (trap 5) and he shouldn't leave empty handed.

TUCKEYS MARVEL (trap 4) looks better than these. Although needing the usual amount of good fortune, there'll few better bets on the card if he gets it. Distant Ian (trap 3) shouldn't be leaving empty-handed and looks the obvious danger. Flickering King (trap 5) needs a swift getaway, but could get one.

RATHNASARE DREAM (trap 3) was in a winning frame of mind recently and it is that victory that really takes the eye in this field. Lotto Dream (trap 5) has returned a fair batch of practice spins and will be a threat if handling the occasion. Whitewood Penny (trap 4) could be around at the close of play and is worth considering.

PULLEEN BLACKIE (trap 3) has a sizeable fan club such is the support she often attracts and it could be her backers that are in clover today. The drop in class could work the oracle for Shenzi (trap 5), who looks the obvious danger. Flickering Flame (trap 2) is heavily reliant on making a swift getaway.

BALLYCLEARY BELL (trap 4) looks to hold a leading chance in this line-up and the market is fully expected to echo those thoughts. The cash is likely to be down on Congress Angel (trap 5) again and it could prove to be well placed if the selection slips up. Sawpit Segovia (trap 1) is in the equation and commands some consideration.

The grader sends CHAROLAIS (trap 4) off to work again knowing she will graft hard and this represents a winning opportunity. Ardera Lass (trap 2) makes a quick reappearance and should not be far away at the death. Baggios Addition (trap 5) has a good initial spurt of speed. The rest are hard to fancy.

CRANNON LADY (trap 4) has recently displayed the formula for success and there'll be many keeping the faith that she can show it again in this field. Cavan For Sam (trap 3) will have to be caught if oozing confidence at the getaway. Sawpit Sauvignon (trap 1) should be involved at the finish but may only be third best.

It's difficult not to be drawn to ASHWAY CHARLIE (trap 1) as he looks different class to these and should only need to avoid serious bother to prove that fact. The ability of Memories Clash (trap 4) dictates she will be supported again and she won't be far away. Dupalight Boy (trap 5) is probably the one to catch, but does weaken.

MOHICAN SUE (trap 2) is ticking over okay and looks the play in this line-up in the hope she treads carefully through the opening metres. The selection is marginally preferred but Sawpit Seagull (trap 6) is a big player who looks sure to go close. Chadwell Linda (trap 3) can make the frame if enjoying the rub of the green.

The drop in class can make all the difference for TAYLORS SAGAR (trap 4) and he can spearhead the formation crossing the wire. Ballymac Chai (trap 2) is down a peg, so an upturn in fortunes could well be forthcoming. Confey Range (trap 1) knows where the pay counter is and has to be considered.

Opportunity knocks for ANTIGUA HEAT (trap 4) in this contest and he can have already have built his superiority over these before heads are turned for home. Mohican Iceman (trap 1) is fully tuned into the routine right now and can play second fiddle. Teekay Three (trap 5) can run well without quite being good enough.