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pinemarten said:
T tacker,

Although described as fragile by Channon he bought the gelding personally off the owner for 200K at the HIT sales.
The 2 recent late withdrawals confirm the fragility.

I agree that this one maybe well handicapped but at the current 2/1 in such a tough race it can win for me.

The most interesting one in this race for me is Chancellor (J. Gosden).
Gelded & wind op' since last seen.
AW debut.
By Kingman.
The trainer has a great record with the sire on the AW.
Reminds me very much of Audience a few years ago.
Has been tickled in the early markets.

The adjusted RPR's leave the 2 mentioned with plenty to find.
That said both are lightly raced with scope to improve their current rating.

Could be a very informative race going forward.

Good luck if you play.

Regards,
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Very fair points pinemarten pinemarten and you never know if they allow him to run today but for me there was something about his win over c/d that suggests a good horse, we'll see.

Good input regarding gosden's especially gelding but CHANCELLOR won't see any of my cash.
 
I agree T tacker.

SS looked good when winning.
In receipt of weight from all & on what looks a lenient opening mark could take this with a bit in hand.
2/1 is not for me though.

Good luck with your bet.

Gosden gets it more right than wrong with Kingman's so I do anticipate a bold showing from Chancellor.

As for any of my monies. Doubtful.

This race interests me most today with regards the future but betting wise other races maybe a bit easier to solve?

Regards,
 

Comprehensive Analysis & Pedigree Report: Sarab Star (GB)​



Race Context: 3-y-o Colt running in the 2.30 Kempton, 7f (All-Weather)

This is a lightly-raced 3-year-old colt who appears to be on a sharp upward curve. His current Timeform rating of 95p (the 'p' indicating he is likely to progress further) marks him as a "borderline useful" prospect. His return to the course and distance (C&D) of his last victory is a significant positive.



1. Race Form & Timeform Analysis​



Sarab Star has had three career starts, with his form clearly explaining the gap in his record.

  • Most Recent Start (Aug 27, 2025):
    • Result: 1st of 11 in a 7f C5 Stakes at Kempton (All-Weather).
    • Timeform Rating: 95+
    • Timeform Analysis: This was a visually impressive performance and a clear career-best. The notes state he "made all... quickened over 2f out, in command entering final 1f." Crucially, Timeform concluded, "there's even better to come and he's earnt another tilt at a higher grade." Today's race is that tilt. This win confirms his aptitude for the 7f trip and the Kempton all-weather surface.
  • The 11-Month Layoff (Sep '24 to Aug '25):
    • His second start (Sep 21, 2024) was an ambitious step up into the C1 Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury.
    • He finished last of 6, earning a Timeform rating of just 69.
    • Reason: The Timeform notes provide a clear excuse: "ran well below that debut form, though the very testing conditions [soft ground] may well offer a good excuse and he remains with potential."
    • It is highly likely he was put away for the season after this run to mature and recover, having been tried (and failed) in elite company on unsuitable ground. His winning return 11 months later shows this patience has paid off.
  • Debut Start (Aug 30, 2024):
    • Result: 1st of 11 in a 6f C4 Stakes at Salisbury (Good/Firm).
    • Timeform Rating: 88+
    • Timeform Analysis: He won his debut despite inexperience ("hung left from 2f out... rallied, edged ahead again line"). The key Timeform comment was that he was "sure to progress, including up at 7f." This prediction has been proven correct.
Form Conclusion: He is 2-for-2 on sound surfaces (Gd/Frm and AW) and 0-for-1 on soft. He is 1-for-1 at Kempton and 1-for-1 at 7f. His profile is that of a progressive colt whose only blemish came in a top-level race on bad ground.



2. Pedigree & Aptitude Analysis​



The pedigree strongly supports the 7f/mile profile he is developing.

  • Sire: Zoustar (AUS) Zoustar was a top-class Group 1-winning sprinter in Australia, known for siring fast and precocious horses. His progeny are overwhelmingly sprinters and milers. This is the primary source of speed in Sarab Star's pedigree.
  • Dam: Mabinia (IRE) & Broodmare Sire: Cape Cross (IRE)
    • The dam's side is where this pedigree gets interesting. The broodmare sire, Cape Cross, is a notable stamina influence, famous as the sire of Derby/Arc winner Sea The Stars and Derby winner Golden Horn.
    • However, the immediate family underneath Mabinia is packed with 7f specialists. As noted in his debut commentary, Sarab Star is a half-brother to Just Frank (a smart winner up to 7f) and his unraced dam is a half-sister to Twilight Blues (another smart 7f winner).
    • This suggests the dam's side of the family strongly imparts an aptitude for 7f, perfectly blending with Zoustar's sprint/mile influence.
  • Inbreeding & Dosage:
    • The pedigree shows significant line-breeding to speed. He is inbred 5S x 4D to Danzig and 5S x 5D x 5D to Northern Dancer. Danzig is one of the most potent and dominant sources of speed in the modern Thoroughbred.
    • The Dosage Profile (DI: 1.55 / CD: +0.29) confirms this. A Dosage Index (DI) this low and a Center of Distribution (CD) this positive are heavily skewed towards speed. This profile suggests a horse whose ideal distance is a mile or less, with virtually no stamina indicators.


3. Speed Gene Estimation & Final Report​



Speed Gene Estimate: C:C (Sprinter/Miler)

This estimation is based on the following:

  1. Sire (Zoustar): A pure Australian sprinter, almost certainly a C:C.
  2. Dam's Family: While Cape Cross (C:T or T:T) is in the pedigree, the immediate family (Just Frank, Twilight Blues) produces specialist 7f horses, indicating the C (speed) allele is dominant in this line.
  3. Dosage: The 1.55 DI is classic for a C:C horse.
  4. Performance: He won at 6f, failed at 6f on soft ground (a high-stamina test), and looked best when winning over 7f, where he "quickened" well. This is the profile of a horse with high-cruising speed.
Comprehensive Report Summary:

Sarab Star is a very interesting prospect for today's 7f race. His pedigree is a blend of raw Australian speed (Zoustar) and a specialist 7f family (dam's side). This genetic profile is now being confirmed on the track.

His poor run as a 2-y-o is easily excused (G2 level, soft ground), and his 11-month break has clearly served him well, allowing him to mature into his frame. His last race, a C&D win, was his best performance, and the Timeform 95p rating suggests he is still improving.

He profiles as a C:C (miler) type, and this 7f distance at Kempton appears to be his optimal set of conditions.Set of conditions
 
I couldn't be having SARAB STAR T tacker at that short a price, may well prove in time to be a class above these in truth but, I'll have an EW play with STREETS OF GOLD @ 40/1+ classy individual on his day rated 105+ down to a mark of 93 today and I thought the run LTO wasn't devoid of promise, considering he raced on the nearside when all the action was far side that day.

I might even chuck him in an exacta in the hope SS bombs out.

Sul :handgestures-thumbup:
 
Good spot with Chancellor pinemarten pinemarten

My notes from earlier in the career

Chancellor (GB)

Foaled: February 17, 2022
Sex: Colt
Record: 3 starts – 1 win – Black-type placed
Sire: Kingman (GB)
Dam: Queen’s Trust (GB) (by Dansili)
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud
Auction Result: N/A (Homebred – no public sale)
🧬 Pedigree & Inbreeding
📊 Dosage Profile: 0–3–5–2–0

📈 Dosage Index: 1.22

📍 Center of Distribution: +0.10

This profile suggests a balanced blend of class and mild stamina — ideally for a 7f–10f range at 3yo. It’s not overly tilted toward speed or staying — a hallmark of Kingman’s best stock.

Inbreeding:

Danzig: 4S x 4D
Northern Dancer / Pas de Nom: 5S x 5D
Mr. Prospector: 5S x 5D
High Line: 5D x 5D
➡️ This is moderate and sophisticated inbreeding, consistent with Juddmonte/Cheveley Park mating strategies. It keeps stamina and brilliance in play without excessive closeness.

🧬 Pedigree Analysis
💥 Sire: Kingman (GB)

Outstanding miler and now a proven top-level stallion, getting winners from 6f to 10f.
Known for producing high cruising speed, turn of foot, and intelligence — his progeny are very “tactical.”
Excellent nick with Dansili and Galileo mares — which Queen’s Trust fits right into.
👑 Dam: Queen’s Trust (GB) (by Dansili out of Queen’s Best)

Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf winner (G1) over 10f against older horses.
This is the Bahamian family, which produced Warring States, Noble Mission, Kind (dam of Frankel), Powerscourt, etc.
Queen’s Best also produced Queen’s Trust, and traces back to Cloud Castle, a high-class racemare.
It’s one of the best Juddmonte distaff lines ever assembled.
🧠 Performance Snapshot
Black-type placed in 3 runs — he’s clearly shown up early and handled the pressure.
Given his February foaling and scopey pedigree, he’s likely still filling into his frame.
With Kingman’s record, this colt could develop into a top 3yo miler or 9f performer, depending on race shape and ground.
🔍 Key Traits
Trait Rating
Precocity ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — good early campaign
Stamina Scope Likely 8–10f optimal
Turn of Foot ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — from both sides of the pedigree
Mental Toughness ⭐⭐⭐ — still developing
Pedigree Class ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — elite
Improver Potential ✅ High — scope for 3yo gains
💬 Timeform-style Comment
“Kingman colt from elite Juddmonte family, black-type placed early and bred to excel over 8-10f. Should progress with racing and has pattern-race potential if kept sound. One of the best-bred in the field, and shaping that way.”
🏁 Summary: Chancellor (GB)
Attribute Value
Racing Class Stakes-placed in 3 runs
Pedigree Class ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — blue-blooded
Ideal Distance Mile to 10f
Group Potential ✅ Very much in play
Development Curve Still rising — peak may come midsummer or autumn
🔮 Overall Impression
Chancellor is a legitimate pattern-class colt with a ton of upside. His breeding suggests he’ll only improve with time, and that he may end up being better over 9f than a true miler — much like his dam. The black-type placing already gives him pedigree value, and if he nabs a Group 3 or 2 this season, his stud credentials will be serious.
 
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pinemarten said:
I agree T tacker.

SS looked good when winning.
In receipt of weight from all & on what looks a lenient opening mark could take this with a bit in hand.
2/1 is not for me though.

Good luck with your bet.

Gosden gets it more right than wrong with Kingman's so I do anticipate a bold showing from Chancellor.

As for any of my monies. Doubtful.

This race interests me most today with regards the future but betting wise other races maybe a bit easier to solve?

Regards,
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Well done with Chancellor
 
INTHEPOCKET 3.012 NAAS

Henry De Bromhead has won three of the last five renewals and would have been four had Couer Sublime not fell at the last with the race at his mercy in 2022. He didn't have a runner in 2023.
Clearly a race he targets.
Inthepocket was a Grade 1 winning hurdler winning the Top Novices Hurdle at Aintree in 2023. He was fourth in the Supreme behind Marine Nationale and finished 2.75ls in front of Il Etait Temps.
Inthepocket made his chasing debut two years ago in a red hot Beginners Chase. The winner was Facile Vega and he had Spillanes Tower well beaten off.
The horse must have had a problem to have an entire season off and he hasn't been seen since January but the conditions of this chase means he doesn't collect any penalties and is able to race off 11-1.
Henry De Bromhead's record with his seasonal debutants this autumn has been pretty impressive, 12-41, 2-3 in graded chases with Gorgeous George finishing second last week. He is 9-16 with those that go off favourite.
De Bromhead clearly feels Inthepocket still retains his top table ability and with the penalties stacking up on the opposition, he is taken toi win this on the way to better things.
 
DALILEO 1.45 AYR

Dalileo is back in his zone. Since being with Lisa Harrison his record off marks 90-92 reads 3-4 with the loss a second, Kavanagh is 3-3.
Dalileo's record off marks above 92 reads 0-32 with eight places.

Dalileo won this race last year off 92 recording a TFR of 91 and with three of his last four races recording 90-91-91, suggests he has been brought along with this race in mind. He is 10yo now and lacks a change of pace but he is the only horse that has won over this distance.

He looks a banker in the place markets, certainly the top five and will be backed accordingly.
 
The 3.30 chelt is the type of race that has always intrigued me because it asks the question of which form is the most persuasive and includes many complicated facets, i've decided to keep things as simple as possible because there's every chance that my logic will turnout to be nonsense.
Having watched HEADS UP win lto on hurdles debut i felt although his jumping wasn't good to say the least but he managed to win with something in hand. Now i've read where the experts say the second has won since but that by itself means little unless one analyses the form of that win and any other performances further behind and in truth i'm relying on the manner of the performance rather than the basic form, a dangerous approach in my experience but his bumper form was very solid and in my opinion cheltenham hurdle form is more about running than the jumping skill, i perhaps take too long to look at the betting but i don't want to be too influenced but there has to be a question about the 5/2 on offer but we have to say summat.
 
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An interesting jockey booking in the 3.10 Wetherby where Patrick Mullins travels across to ride Cueros for Harry Derham. He has only crossed the Irish Sea twice to ride for Derham with a winner and a second who was clear and got caught on the line.

Cueros won a few in Jersey, seven to be precise, difficult to work that form out as it was on the flat but he produced a Timeform figure of 129+ on his debut over hurdles and that suggests he only has Fresh Perspective to beat.

Edit: Victoria Malzard who trained the horse in Jersey is 3-18 for Harry Dereham.
 
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ROYAL INFANTRY 3.30 CHELTENHAM

Third in the Silver Hurdle and finished well when probably not 100% fit, Royal Infantry should be cherry ripe for this. The form of the Silver Hurdle looks sound with fourth Idy Wood winning at Kempton the other day. The second Paggane has won a chase and the eighth, Josh The Boss plus French Ship, who unseated, have both since won.
Royal Infantry was eighth in the 2024 Champion Bumper which has become a race that just keeps on giving winners. of the 19 runners, 16 have run 59 races since and won 20.

He has to defy a career high mark but this is just his second handicap and he has his ground, 2-4 on soft or heavy.
 
There is nothing in the price but come March the price on Jeriko De Reponet 125 Kempton may look very generous.
This race has been targeted over the years by Nicky Henderson winning with four of his last five runners, the other was second ay 1/7.
He doesnt send mugs either eith Shishkin and Altior amongst his winners.
 
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