The Valley Race Fields - 12th Jan 2025

PANDY RUBY (trap 5) will probably be put in short by the bookies and, such is her chance in this contest, she is unlikely to get much bigger in price. Icemans Riesa (trap 6) should be included as he looks certain to play a part in the finish. The recent victory of Pandy Charlie (trap 1) catches the eye and he shouldn't be far away.

The majority of form students will be circling for a piece of MANTLEHILL (trap 6), as he clearly has a major chance on the formbook in this line-up. Slid John (trap 3) is high on the shortlist and he certainly has a part to play in the outcome. Killglen Noah (trap 2) is ploughing 100 per cent effort into his work, so he can't be dismissed lightly.

There's a good few punters that like getting stuck into a short one and POKER ACES (trap 6) fits the bill as one of those with standout chances today. Kelseys Saphire (trap 4) is in with a big shout under these conditions and can certainly keep the selection honest. Shes Dramatic (trap 3) may not be a leading fancy but could turn a few heads by boosting tricasts.

There is likely to be plenty of confidence surrounding MARINAS MALTA (trap 5) in the market today and, if things go to form, it should be justified. Caution Hot (trap 4) is very much in the equation on the balance of form and looks forecast money. Punters will be aware of Millbank Burner (trap 2)'s recent home victory and show some respect.

MISS ESKE (trap 1) lines up with above-average claims and is likely to be solid in the market. With usual good fortune, she should oblige. The winning run of Afan Belle (trap 6) sets a fair standard, so she looks the chief threat. Fagans Bam Bam (trap 2) will be better for track experience but is not out of it by a long chalk.

Cramped odds are expected on ICEMANS BEEF (trap 6) such is the chance she holds and she can have this contest in safe keeping on the run for home. Pandy Chelsea (trap 1) should be in there pitching at the business end and is rightly feared. Rathsilla Roxy (trap 3) may ultimately come up a couple of places short.

DIFFERENT SPEED (trap 6) is likely to carry the majority of support in this contest and should get the job done providing he sidesteps the bother spots. Tried and trusted winner Hawkfield Coco (trap 1) has to be a threat. Recent scorer Rollerball (trap 5) will be looking to build on that success and isn't out of it.

RANDOM VICKY (trap 1) will need to press on early against these but, if doing so, should not be coming back to the pack in a hurry. Optic Bucks (trap 3) won't be far away if putting his best paw forward and has to be feared. The grader does their bit for Hawkfield Faith (trap 5) and it could make a difference.

The bookie chaps are likely to be in the red if GENEVA JOSIE (trap 4) obliges as she should prove popular for this contest and it's fairly obvious to see why. Quare Surprise (trap 2) has recently tasted success and will not concede this lightly. Bonzer Ball (trap 1) recently struck a winning chord and is very much a combination mixer.

Punters shouldn't expect to get rich quick where DROOPYS NIJINSKY (trap 2) is concerned, but he rates the most likely winner and is hard to get away from. Droopys Glaze (trap 5) should be in the hunt for a medal and can keep the tip honest throughout. Belfast Lad (trap 1) has the pace and the track craft to make the numbers.

POMPEII FLYER (trap 1) lines up with a pretty decent profile in the scheme of things here and he is fancied to be in charge passing the judge. Hollywell Nifty (trap 4) won't be fazed by the capabilities of the opposition and rates a threat to all. Texas Dolly (trap 2) recently hit the tape first and is respected on that level of form.

PANDY LILLY (trap 6) could be well in against these and, while the odds on reward may temper enthusiasm to some extent, she is the obvious call. Pandy Daffy (trap 2) is fully expected to be hunting down the selection when it comes to the crunch. Addicted To You (trap 5) would have a chance if able to employ smash 'n' grab tactics.

The form of MOVE THE MOUSE (trap 4) stands up well in the context of this contest and there's every chance of a gold medal performance today. Tintown Tiger (trap 3) picked up the winner's purse recently and will give it a right good go. The six-box is a bonus for Jackies Prince (trap 6), which he can exploit to reach the frame.

HONEYGAR JOEY (trap 6) should be in there pitching as the race begins in earnest and he is fancied to head the formation crossing the wire. Puckane Ceol (trap 5) shouldn't be leaving empty-handed and looks the obvious danger. Bale Out Lucy (trap 2) pocketed the winner's cheque recently, but may find this a touch tougher.

BATTLE TAYLOR (trap 6) looks in a class of her own against these and should grab the opportunity with all four paws and leave the opposition clutching at straws. Zacks Rebel (trap 3) will be looking to build on his recent strike and he should keep the selection busy. Bing Ella (trap 5) is no slouch and may run better than her projected chunky odds suggest.

The layers will be reluctant to offer up a juicy morsel about GOOD STREAK (trap 6), as he should get the job done against these today. Choctawhatate (trap 3) looks sure to be sniffing out a medal when it comes to the crunch. Pure Pantaleo (trap 4) could continue to progress following his recent win.