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Either
over jumps or on the flat, The "Furlong To Go
Triumvirate" of The Rook, The Flatman, and
Christopher Iles attempt to point out
horses, who it may pay to follow during the season.
POSTING
TIMES FOR SELECTIONS_ Selections for Future
Winners will be posted every Sunday after 9:30am.
Hopefully this helps
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WINNERS"]
Date, Course, distance & ground, placing,
distances [SP]
25-08-01, Newmarket, 6GF 13/16, 8L, [1½J]
SEARCH AND DESTROY
(USA)
[Added Sunday, 7
October 2001]
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Search And Destroy had the misfortune to come up
against a useful early season juvenile like Frederic
Forever. He jumped really well for a debutante,
however this big gelding gave plenty of ground away
jumping (he gave each obstacle plenty of light). He
looked certain to win turning for home, but couldn't
quite get past the eventual winner. I'd be amazed if
he ever gets beaten again, and he looks one of the
better juveniles seen thus far this season.
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T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
BLACK
FASHION
[Added Sunday, 7 October 2001]
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Black Fashion made an eye-catching reappearance at
Perth recently, and could be in for a good season. She
showed up well for a long way, and although she
eventually finish a well beaten sixth, is a lot better
than the bare result suggests, for although she seemed
to recover from a bad mistake at the 12th, it may well
have taken more out of her than initially apparent.
From looking the likely winner turning for home, she
faded from the home turn, and was allowed to come home
in her own time. assuming she's now over that, Black
Fashion should fine races this term.
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T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
MUTINYONTHEBOUNTY
[Added Sunday, 7
October 2001]
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Mutinyonthebounty is added to this mainly because of
the rather derogatory comments made by certain members
on the press with regards to his win at Ascot. Whilst
not wanting to suggest he is the reincarnation of Sea
Bird II, i do think he deserves for winning this Group
2 event despite being as green as grass. Although he
travelled well throughout, the more pressured that was
applied, the more immature he became, and although he
went into the lead two out, his head carriage became
higher and pronounced as if to say "what
now?!!". Fortunately he hung on, and I think he
could develop into a useful middle distance horse next
term.
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T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
MISS
CORNICHE
[*Added] 30/09/01,
8:02:58 AM
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Kempton Park's meeting of 24 September threw up a few
horses worthy of mention. In Division 2 of the mention
Miss Corniche ran a pleasing race despite running
green. Racing on the outside throughout. Miss Corniche
only really understood what was required in the final
quarter mile. It was to her credit that she managed to
get within 2lengths of the winner Red Rioja. She
should come of the run and should get her head in
front before the end of the season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
ZSAZSABELLA
[*Added] 30/09/01,
8:02:58 AM
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Behind Miss Corniche, Zsazsabella also managed to
catch my eye. Although she never really got
competitive she did well to finish fourth, having
given the outside to none. This was a good
introduction, and it will be interesting to see how
she progresses
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
EZZ
ELKHEIL
[*Added] 30/09/01,
8:02:58 AM
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Pip Payne's Ezz
Elkheil was another to catch the eye on Kempton's
card. His second to Mananan McLir ion the first
division of the colts & geldings maiden suggested
a win in the near future was possible. Given a
typically quiet Jamie Spencer ride, Ezz Elkheil made
smooth progress from the rear, to be second with two
furlongs to go. Although he drifted slightly through
greenness with a quarter to go, he still ran on to get
within 1-1/4 lengths of the winner. I'm not sure how
good the form is but he should be able to find himself
a race on this evidence
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
MILLENIUM
DRAGON
[*Added] 22/09/01, 7:52:29 AM
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Millenium Dragon made a pleasing debut at Yarmouth on
4 September when beating all bar David Loder's more
experienced runner Samhari. He came well clear on his
rivals that day and should come on a lot for the
experience. I'd be surprised if he didn't go one
better before the end of the season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
AL
MOHALLAB (FR)
[*Added] 22/09/01, 7:52:29 AM
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Al Mohallab was another newcomer to catch the eye when
finishing third to the promising pair Coshocton, and
Simeon at York on 5th September. He is certain to
improve and should go one better before the end of the
season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
YASEY
(JPN)
[*Added] 22/09/01,
7:52:29 AM
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David Loder introduced Yasey, a Japanese bred colt by
Sunday Silence colt, who is a half-brother to flat and
jumps winner Eid at Doncaster on Wednesday. He made a
bold bid challenging easy winner Wanchi inside the
last quarter, before being eased when it was clear
that it wasn't his day. Yasey may not be the brightest
star in David Loder's yard, but he looks up to winning
before the end of the season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
SAXE
[*Added] 22/09/01,
7:52:29 AM
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John
Oxx's Saxe made an eye-catching debut at Galway on
11/09/01, when finishing third to Canberra in the mile
maiden. In the hand of Mary Williamson, Saxe made up
for a sluggish start to stay on really strongly in the
final quarter to get within 8 1/2 lengths of the
winner. Improvement is guaranteed and I'm sure a
maiden is within his grasp
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
SELECTIVE
[*Added] 22/09/01,
7:52:29 AM
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Selective finished only ninth on his debut at
Leicester behind David Loder's Indian Dreamer's, but
was given a quiet introduction and should improve
significantly on this effort
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
NORTHERN
DESERT
[*Added] 22/09/01,
7:52:29 AM
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Despite running green on his debut at lingfield,
Northern Desert managed to get competitive by halfway,
and then stayed on really strongly to finish 1 3/4
lengths behind Nemo Fugat... with improve assured I
hope he can go one better before the end of the season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
"FUTURE WINNERS"
AMBER'S
BLUFF
[*ADDED] - 15/09/01
06:15 PM
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Amber's
Bluff caught the eye, when staying on under a very
sympathetic ride from Royston Ffrench to finish second
on his debut at kempton. Alec Stewart's juvenile will
come on for the experience, and should not be long
getting onto the scoreboard
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
BURJ
AL ARAB
[*ADDED] - 15/09/01
06:15 PM
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Burj Al Arab caught my eye when finishing sixth at
chepstow earlier in the week, when he made up a lot of
ground up in the final quarter mile. This 2-y-o son of
Alderbrook appreciated the step up to a mile, and
whilst he may have a long-term future over obstacles,
Martin Pipe may be able to find Burj Al Arab races
this term over 8-10f, particularly in nurseries
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
MR
CHESTNUT TREE
[*ADDED] - 15/09/01
06:15 PM
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Mr Chestnut Tree has been running well of late, and
just failed to win at Leicester over a mile earlier in
the week. Although that was a seller, Mr Chestnut Tree
is capable of winning in slightly better company at or
around this trip
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
BAILIEBOROUGH
[*ADDED] - 15/09/01
06:15 PM
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Bailieborough did well to come fourth on Friday in the
first at Doncaster, having badly missing the break.
This race qualifies him for nurseries and he is worth
noting in that sphere for the remainder of the season.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
DREAM
WITH ME (FR)
[*ADDED] - 15/09/01
06:15 PM
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Dream With Me, who has useful form in handicap company
in France last term, shaped up with plenty of promise
at Doncaster yesterday finishing a respectable fifth
behind the useful winner High Pitched. He was bough
with a jumping campaign in mind, and this good effort
bodes well for future runs in that sphere
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
REIMS
[#Added 9 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
I was encouraged by the run of Reim's yesterday at
Stratford in the juvenile hurdle. He had shown
precious little ability of the flat, howevr he has the
size and scope of a jumper. It wasn't a great surprise
that he managed a creditable second to Little Task,
belying odds of 50/1 (hopefully those of you who do
the occasional "e/w alternative" were on
him). It not clear exactly what to make of the form;
Route Barree (our selection) was badly impeded
when a horse came down on the bend before two out,
however I think he did enough to win a little event,
probably somewhere like Market Rasen
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
XAIPETE
[#Added 9 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Another to catch the eye at Stratford yesterday was
Xaipete in the handicap hurdle. Xaipete normally takes
in a race like this before embarking on a chasing
campaign. I thought he did enough to suggest that he
was as good as ever, racing sweetly ion the bridle
throughout before lack of match fitness telling in the
final half mile. If Norman Mason, and Richard Guest
has regained his confidence after a nasty looking fall
at Perth in the summer, it wouldnt surprise me if he
took a little handicap chase in the next month or so.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
AL
MAALI
[#Added 9 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Al Maali shaped with plenty of promise on his debut at
Lingfield, when finishing a creditable 2 ½ length
second to Rapscallion, staying on steadily in the
final quarter mile. He will improve a lot for the
experience and will be harder to beat next time out
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ELSUNDUS
(USA)
[#Added 9 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Elsundus is worthy of note, not only because he
thrashed his field of maiden at Salisbury by 7lengths,
but more because he so nearly didn't race (and could
have sustain a serious injury) when going down in the
stalls prior to the start. The incident looked ugly,
so the outcome of the race is all the more
meritorious. It'll be interesting to see how he is
placed in the future
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
SANDBAGGEDAGAIN
[#Added 2 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Sandbaggedagain is worthy of note after two
eye-catching performances, the first, his first
attempt over fences, when he was travelling really
nicely when taking a horrible fall four out at
Stratford-Upon-Avon, and more recently yesterday at
Chester, where again he made smooth progress to look
really threatening, before stable companion Manzoni
settled the issue with a fine change of acceleration.
He looks like a horse due a win, and it may be worth
noting him for a race over obstacles where this
formerly useful stayer on the flat is better treated.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NO
QUESTION
[#Added 2 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
No Question caught the eye, when a staying on fifth
behind Bells for Marlin at folkestone on her debut.
She is sure to come on for that effort, and is worth
watching out for in a similar event in the next couple
of weeks.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
SISTER
IN LAW (FR)
[#Added 2 September
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Lipstick was expected to win at bath on 24/08/01, and
she duly obliged, however there was plenty to like
about the performance of debutante Sister in Law.
Despite running green, she was actually in contention
until a furlong from home, eventual finishing 4lengths
behind the easy winner. Sister in Law was friendless
that day [16/1 opened 8/1], and she should improve for
the experience... there is a little race in her this
season.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NISR
[#Added 25 August 2001]
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WINNERS"]
A selection of yours truly, when winning at
Folkestone, Nisr stepped up in grade at Newbury on his
next start, and looked very unlucky in running, far
more so than Raheibb, who for the second time in
succession, seems to suffer under the Dettori drive (a
partnership not working at present), but who grabbed
more of the headline. Quite how he got into trouble
isn't clear as he was drawn on the outside, and
settled nicely there initially. Brought inside to
deliver his final thrust, he was repeatedly stopped in
his run, and at the very least looked as though he
could have got into the places. Nisr is still
unexposed, and appears to have another win in him this
season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ASHA'TH
[#Added 25 August 2001]
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WINNERS"]
27-08-01 Newcastle, 7GF,
2/8, shd, Fashionable Man [6/1]
Asha'th was my eachway selection on his debut and
therefore he was always likely to catch my eye on this
his second start at Newmarket. He belied his odds of
33/1, when finishing a creditable third to the highly
regarded Grampian, beaten less than 3lengths. On this
evidence, a maiden at or around this trip [7fulongs]
looks well within his grasp
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ARC
EN CIEL (ARG)
[#Added 25 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Not to be confused with the handicapper in training
with John Dunlop, Arc En Ciel (ARG), made his British
debut at Salisbury staying on nicely to finished third
to easy winner Fallen Star. Being Argentinean bred, he
currently has the advantage of a 3lbs weight
allowance, which with careful placement he could make
good use of.... a step up in trip shouldn't be a
problem either.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
BROKEN
BARRICADES
[#Added 8 August 2001]
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WINNERS"]
15-08-01 Salisbury, 6GF,
1/9, 4L, Master Robbie [15/8f]
Had the misfortune to come up against a useful colt in
Serieux on his debut, however after a tardy start, he
made eye-catching headway through the field in the
final quarter to finish a creditable third.
Improvement is guaranteed and hopefully he'll make the
winners enclosures in the immediate future
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
LEO'S
LUCKYMAN (USA)
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
25-08-01 Curragh, 7Gd,
6/6, 7¾L, Hawk Wing [9/4]
01-08-01 Goodwood 7GF, 3/10, 2½L, Naheef [Evens f]
Made the fatal error in taking on Receivedwiththanx
for the lead. As a result, he never really was going
to be able to withstand a late thrust from his
opponents, so it was to his credit that only Bragadino
and Naheef got by him. I eulogized him in preview, and
he did nothing to suggest that he is not a horse of
considerable potential.... this 'talent' must be
harnessed ... and controlled, to fulfill it
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
BELLS
FOR MARLIN (USA)
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
23-08-01 Folkestone, 7GF
, 1/11, 2½L, Aglow [½f]
Having talked her up in preview, it was pleasing to
see how well this filly feared on her debut. Tashawak
was expected to take this and duly obliged, but Bell
for Marlin gave her plenty to think about, really
finding her stride in the final quarter mile, and only
just failed by a short-head to beat the favourite. She
must win a race before the season's out
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NEGLIGEE
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
31-08-01 Chester, 6GS,
1/7hd, White Rabbit, [3/1f]
15-08-01 Salisbury, 6GF 1/10, 2½L, Historic Treble,
[9/1]
Negligee also caught the eye in Tashawak's race,
though not as obviously as Bell for Marlin. It was the
typical Barry Hills runner debut - Negligee couldn't
go the pace but stayed on nicely in the final quarter
... i'm certain she'll step up on this effort
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
I
DO
[#Added 8 August 2001]
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WINNERS"]
06-09-01 Redcar 7GF 5/17,
1L, Cat's Whiskers [5/4]
03-09-01 Folkestone 6Gd 1/9, 1¾L, Internationalguest
[4/7]
01-09-01 Sandown, 7Gd, 1/16, 4L, Miss Opulence [10/1]
25-08-01 Beverley, 7GF 7/128L, Plymsole [16/1]
11-08-01 Redcar, 7Gd, 11/12, 15½L, Goldthroat [9/1]
Suggesting a runner Sir Mark Prescott is a little
risky, as she may not appear again this season,
however she appeared to be set a stiff task on her
debut at kempton, eventually finishing 9lengths behind
Dusty Answers ... worthing an eye out for particularly
if she's entered up in a nursery
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
DIBIYA
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
19-08-01 Curragh,
12Y/Sft, 2/6, 2½L, Moonbi Ridge [½F]
One of the most interesting performances at the Galway
Festival was that produced by John Oxx's Dibiya who
won a maiden on Friday's card. Quite what she beat
isn't clear, however after travelling well throughout
she easily put 8lengths between herself and the
second, Beat the Heat [officially rated 90]. I was
taken by this effort and i wont be surprised if she
steps up considerably on this effort
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
MUTHAABER
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Newbury, 10GF,
2/4, 2½L, Halland [7/4]
Whilst Askham took the plaudit with a scintillating
win, some may have been missed an interesting
performance by John Gosden's colt having his first
effort over 1m2f. Whilst he wouldnt have won,
Muthaaber, who had been held up in last place, had a
poor run up the straight, eventually having to
switched round opponents to make his run. As he had
previously looked a little one-paced over a mile, the
step up in trip clearly suited, and he may well be up
to taking a decent prize during the remainder of the
season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
TATTY
THE TANK
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
It is commonplace to find a Martin Pipe juvenile at
the head of the betting in novice hurdles, however
thus far punters will be rubbing their burnt fingers
as all of them have been turned over. Whilst I might
understand why his French-breds are popular betting
proposition, backing his purchases from the English
flat scene blindly is fraught with danger. Anyone who
backed Tatty the Tank in any of his runs for Mr Pipe
on the flat would certainly have been cautious, as
whilst he has the scope for the game he is still very
green. It showed on his hurdling debut as he ran in
snatches and failed didn't really run on from two out.
He was only beaten 4 lengths though, and whilst he's
no worldbeater, a long-term view is advised, and it's
possible he may progress enough to win a race or two
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NE
M'OUBLIE PAS (FR)
[#Added 8 August
2001]
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WINNERS"]
Ne M'Oublie Pas interests me as he is only five, and
has as abundance of experience over hurdles and fences
mainly in France. He didn't cut much ice during the
summer. However a step up in trip 2m7f over fences
showed the first signs of a possible when staying from
a mile back to finish third in a novice handicap.
After coming second over 3m2f at Newton Abbot on his
next start, he carried website confidence when
outstaying Butler John back over that course and
distance on monday. That was off of a mark of only 84
and though he'll go up for that success, extreme
distances may suit, and further successes are possible
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
CORTON
[#Added 14 July 2001]
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WINNERS"]
27-08-01 Newcastle, 8GF ,
7/17, 5½L, Salute [8/1]
13-08-01 Folkestone, 7Gd , 1/13, 4L, Indian Solitaire
[9/4F]
03-08-01 Newmarket, 8GS, 4/11, 6¾L, Blackthorn [13/2]
22-07-01 Kempton Park, 7GF , 3/9 1L, Silver Charter
[6/4F]
For a horse with such a glowing reputation, Corton, a
full brother to stablemate Smoothie, and a half
brother to the top class sprinter Pipalong was a very
disappointing favourite on his debut, where he was
possibly too green/immature to do himself justice,
eventually finishing a disappointing last of five.
This isn't the case at home, and he could improve on
that initial effort. Its quite conceivable that he
could be a slow learner, and may only develop when he
turns three (as Smoothie did) but don't be too
surprised if he steps up on that initial effort in the
meantime.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
PUGIN
[#Added 14 July 2001]
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WINNERS"]
25-08-01 Curragh, 14Gd,
2/8, hd, Vinnie Roe [4/5F]
Although he is already one of my horses to follow this
season, as I put up Pugin for the Irish Derby where he
was a honourable 4th, at 100/1, it seems a little
unfair not to give further praise for such a good
effort. Being stoutly bred, Pugin was probably made
more use of that was ideal, but had plenty of his
rivals, bar Galileo, and Mordshi in trouble turning
for home. He stayed on really strongly up the
straight, only just giving way to Golan in the last
half furlong... Races like the St Leger or Irish
equivalent look ideal, and it will be a surprise if he
doesn't build on this effort
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
SARAYAH
(UAE)
[#Added 14 July 2001]
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WINNERS"]
21-07-01 Leopardstown
14Gd, 4/6, 9L, Vinnie Roe [5/1]
From the same yard as Pugin, hails the Saudi bred
filly Sarayah. Like Pugin she is stoutly bred, and is
a big backward filly. It was probably this abundance
of stamina that enabled her to win at the Curragh, as
she appeared to be in trouble when the pace quickened
early in the straight however she battled well to get
the better of Moonbi Ridge close home. She clearly
stays well and could be interesting if she can get
into a handicap on a reasonable mark.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
SAABIRR
[#Added 8 July 2001]
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WINNERS"]
As mentioned in preview yesterday, we have long since
held the view that Saabirr would excel when dropping
into handicap company, having shown plenty of ability,
during his initial educational runs. You'd have to say
he was very unlucky yesterday, after only just failing
to get up, after experiencing no luck in running in
the final quarter, before staying on to great effect
in the final half furlong.... in a few more strides he
would surely have got up and must be considered an
unlucky loser.... compensation awaits
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
RAHEIBB
[#Added 8 July 2001]
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WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Newbury, 7GF,
3/131L, A Touch Of Frost [2/1F]
25-07-01 Sandown, 7GF, 1/5, ½L, Princess Almora
[10/11F]
On the same card, Raheibb appeared to be an unlucky
loser, when again failing to get a run in the final
couple of furlongs when finishing right behind the
principals... 7 furlongs clearly is her trip, and she
should be able to take a similar event next time.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
HAMMER
AND SICKLE
[#Added 8 July 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
17-08-01 Newcastle, 6Gd,
18/20, 14½L, Baby Barry [10/1]
01-08-01 Goodwood, 5GF 17/19, 8L, Zuhair [14/1]
27-07-01 Chepstow, 5GF 3/8, 2L, Miss Flirtatious [2/1]
09-07-01 Windsor, 6GF, 8/17, 8L, Ffynnon Gold [4/1]
Hammer and Sickle has clearly been a horse that Mark
Johnston thought a bit of, having retained him in
training despite a succession of duck eggs. He has
been an eachway selection on more than one occasion
this term; therefore it was interesting to see him run
so well behind Brevity at Epsom in midweek; staying on
really well in the final quarter. He has been tried
over several distances this season, and it appears six
furlongs, (or an easy seven) may be the optimum... may
get into the winning enclosure in his next couple of
efforts
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NO
EXCUSE NEEDED
[#Added 20 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
25-08-01 Goodwood, (Group
2) 8GF 1/6, 1½L, Tamburlaine [8/11F]
01-08-01 Goodwood, (Group 1), 8GF 2/10, 2L, Noverre
[7/2]
An encouraging run from this useful two year old in
the St James Palace Stakes. Held up by Kieran Fallon,
he made good headway on the inside when being stopped
in his run. He was staying on again when he was
hampered again tin the final quarter ... considering
he only finished 3 lengths behind Black Minnaloushe,
it was a good reintroduction, and he may pay to follow
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
TILLERMAN
[#Added 21 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Newbury, 7GF,
4/7, 3L, Atavus [4/1]
28-07-01 Ascot7GF 3/28, ½L, Atavus [5/1F]
12-07-01 Newmarket, 6gd (Group 1), 9/18, 7L, Mozart
[10/1]
Tillerman, having his first run of the season,
virtually confirmed my view that he was up to winning
in Group Company, with a solid fourth. Held up as
usual, I felt he was given plenty to do by Richard
Hughes, and was in the ruck with two furlongs to go.
When he was finally given his head, he simply flew,
and whilst Harmonic Way took the plaudits, he
certainly may find Tillerman a harder nut to crack
next time out
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
BEEKEEPER
[#Added 21 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
21-08-01 York, 11Gd, 4/9,
3L, Milan [13/2]
Beekeeper impressed when taking the King George V
Handicap under top weight, travelling well throughout,
and outbattling Tomasino, and Arabie up the final
straight. Sir Michael Stoute, had a Group campaign
mapped out for him, and on this evidence that doesn't
seem to implausible
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ECCLESIASTICAL
[#Added 21 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
Ecclesiastical ran a great in the Britannia, and in my
view was unlucky as Oscar Urbina motionless on the
stands side would not have seem Analyser's winning run
up the centre/far side of the course, and was
definitely caught out ... I cant imagine he will stay
in handicap company for much longer and is worth arty
in group company
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
DAILY
SPORT (USA)
[#Added 21 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
25-08-01 Newmarket, 6GF
13/16, 8L, Falcon Hill [1½J]
26-07-01 Bath, 5Fm , 1/41½L, Pentecost [11/8F]
11-07-01 Newmarket, 6Gd , 3/76, ¾L, Esenin [11/4]
Having pointed out this debutante in preview, Daily
Sport (nibbled at from 33/1 from 50/1) ran a great
race keeping on in the final quarter to finish less
than 3 lengths behind the winner Irony. He must win a
race soon
[#Added 1 July 2001]
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
RECEIVEDWITHTHANX
[#Added 20 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
01-08-01 Goodwood7GF
9/1015½L, Naheef [33/1]
07-07-01 Beverley7GF 1/63½L, Corundum [5/4F]
Receivedwiththanx belied odds of 33/1 with an
impressive effort. Jumping out of the gate and
galloping his rivals into submission ... it may not
have been a great race but he has a great attitude to
wards the game and it wouldn't surprise me if he goes
in again
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
GUID
WILLIE WAUGHT
[#Added 20 June 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
21-07-01 Market Rasen17GS
6/1227L, Infini[9/2]
Guid Willie Waught, was eventually well beaten by
Maragun at Market Rasen, but ran well enough to
suggest that a win inst far away. Held up from off of
the pace, he stayed on in the last half mile without
having the pace to stay with the winner ... he should
be capable of finding an opportunity soon
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
POMFRET
LAD
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
02-06-01 Windsor6GF
A13/1612L, Harmonic Way [9/2F]
Pleasing re-appearance in a quite competitive
conditions event at Goodwood (6F) on 22 May. Despite
being far from fully tuned up, ran a pleasing third
behind Invincible Spirit not getting home after
significantly leading at the 5F pole (a similar story
in Group events last year). Entered in all the top
sprints - keep an eye on this one in those events
restricted to the minimum trip.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
MOMENTUM
(USA)
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
16-08-01 Sal8Fm 2/5¾L,
Umistim [8/1]
29-07-01 Newmarket8GF 1/14hd, Halland [16/1]
11-07-01 Newmarket10Gd 7/915L, Alphaeus [12/1]
22-06-01 Goodwood9GF 1/75L, Indian Beat [Evens F]
04-06-01 Thirsk8Fm 2/73½L, Alunite [5/2]
Expect this good-looking son of Nureyev to step up
markedly on his 3rd/15 behind Venturer at Goodwood on
22 May. Likely to come on for the race, this form is
already good enough to land most maiden events. Expect
to hear plenty more of Momentum as the season
progresses at around 8f.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
DANCE
ON THE TOP
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
21-06-01 Ascot12GF
6/208L, Beekeeper [9/1]
Made favourite for a Class B Showcase handicap at
Goodwood (9F) on 22 May. Ran entirely respectably to
finish 3rd - not getting the clearest of runs - and
finishing to good effect. Given a step up in trip,
expect this Ed Dunlop trained colt to add to his
Newmarket success first time out this year.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
CAPRICHO
[#Added - 24 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
18-07-01 Lin7GS 6/96L,
Lots Of Love [11/8F]
13-07-01 Chepstow6Gd 2/61L, Danielle's Lad [8/11F]
22-06-01 Ascot6GF 6/303L, Nice One Clare [8/1]
Useful performer - may be in for a very good season
judged on his smart re-appearance effort at York (May
17) over 6F at York. Has plenty of scope and not
likely to be difficult to place now that he is
effective at this trip as well as 7F a distance over
which he won 3 times last season. Seems to enjoy fast
surfaces - one poor performance on soft is not
conclusive though.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
EARLY
MORNING MIST
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
19-08-01 Pontefract8GF
8/833L, Faithful Warrior [11/4F]
12-08-01 Ascot10Gd 3/91L, Scheming [7/2]
01-08-01 Goodwood9GF 5/122L, Kafezah [7/1]
21-07-01 Newbury8GF 13/1810½L, Zucchero [10/1]
23-06-01 Ascot8GF 10/1411½L, Independence [7/2F]
16-06-01 York10GS 3/82L, Canada [5/2F]
08-06-01 Epsom10GF 3/1341/4L, Lailani [1½]
Expect Mark Johnston to place this well handicapped
filly to win a major handicap or two in the near
future over 7F -8F. Judged on her excellent placing
behind the smart Reel Buddy and Baccura (both have run
well subsequently) and the 4th Lapwing the form of the
Newmarket contest on May 4 represents some of the most
solid handicap form around.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
MARIKA
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
12-07-01 Newmarket8Gd
3/131¾L, Smirk [12/1]
09-06-01 Hay8GF 1/122½L, Spectina [5/4F]
Keep a close eye on this Barry Hill's trained filly.
Seemed to be a little unlucky when hitting the running
rail and being hampered in the 12F Cheshire Oaks at
Chester. Having lost all chance after this incident,
she was not punished. With a slight drop in trip and
class expect Marika to get of the mark soon.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
DISTANT
PROSPECT
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
30-06-01 Ncs16Fm 5/183½L,
Archduke Ferdinand [7/1]
Big improver towards the end of last season over
staying trips with cut in the ground landing a three
timer. On ground faster than he would have liked, made
an eye-catching return in the Chester Cup - finding
trouble after looking the winner turning in. Clearly
has the potential to carry on the good work he began
last season - might not like the ground to fast.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
EASAAR
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
25-05-01 Hay8GF 2/168L,
Island Sands [11/4]
Made that useful yardstick and good performer Pulah
Tioman pull out all the stops (in receipt of just
4lbs) at Kempton (May 7). Having lost his way for
Godolphin last term, he is now with Marcus Tregoning
who expressed himself delighted with this effort. One
can see why - expect Easaar to return to winning ways
at around 8F (might prefer faster ground) in the not
too distant future.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ALDEBARAN
(USA)
[#Added - 24 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
20-07-01 Newbury7GF
2/71/4L, Umistim [Evens F]
20-06-01 Ascot7GF 2/181/4L, Mozart [10/1]
26-05-01 Kempton Park8GF 2/61¾L, Dandoun [2/1]
So pleasing at Doncaster last season when landing a 7F
maiden chased home the smart Dandoun (May 7) over 8F
on his return. With Henry Cecil's string running a
little below par at that time, this was an encouraging
effort from this son of Mr Prospector who has some
nice entries including the St James Palace Stakes at
Ascot. With the potential for plenty of improvement
forthcoming, expect Aldebaran to make a big name for
himself at Group level in the coming weeks.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
MUGHARREB
(USA)
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
24-08-01 Newmarket, 6GF
1/5, 1¾L, Welcome Friend [9/2]
11-08-01 Ascot, 6Gd 9/10, 16L, Orientor [3/1J]
21-07-01 Newbury, 6GF 2/8, 1½L, Invincible Spirit
[4/1]
06-07-01 Sandown, 8GF 3/5, 1L, Vicious Knight [7/4F]
26-05-01 Curragh, 8Gd/Y 6/12, 11½L, Black Minnaloushe
[9/2]
Absolutely sluiced home in a Newmarket maiden (May 7)
winning by 5 lengths from Askham. Showing a formidable
turn of foot, I would be frightened to oppose this one
even in Group company although trainer states his
engagements are not set yet. 7F -8F would seem to be
the ideal sort of trip - the ground was on the fast
side at Newmarket.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ASIAN
HEIGHTS
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
Won Predominate Stakes (Goodwood - 22 May - 11F) in
good style from Wareed. Had to overcome a slow start
and a difficult passage up the straight to prevail but
in quickening twice to do so impressed me greatly and
won going away. Likely to come on for the experience,
this one could become a real Epsom Derby contender
given any juice in the ground on the day although
handled the fast conditions here ok. Likely to be
suited by a further step up in trip. Open to plenty
more improvement yet.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
MR
FRANGIPANI & WHAT A FUSS
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
MR FRANGIPANI
[RECORD SINCE BEING
ADDED TO "FUTURE WINNERS"]
WHAT A FUSS
[RECORD SINCE BEING
ADDED TO "FUTURE WINNERS"]
27-08-01 Fontwell Park,
18GF, 1/4, 1½L, North Of Kala [1½]
09-06-01 Worcester, 20Gd, 5/17, 11L, Danzig Island
[9/2]
A race, which should produce plenty of winners, as Mr
Frangipani, What A Fuss, and Rosencrantz, all came
from long absences to run solid races. All of these
were weak in the market, but dominated the closing
stages, Rosencrantz, who only weakened in the home
straight (didn't get home in the ground) is the most
likely to be kept going during the summer, and should
be noted. I'm sure Mr Frangipani, and What A Fuss,
will be saved for an early autumn campaign, though the
former is worth noting if Market Rasen have similar
conditions for their Summer Festival
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
WATER
JUMP
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
03-06-01 Windsor, 11Gd
1/6½L, Ela Athena [6/4F]
A good example of where taking results at face value
may be misleading, as Water Jump appeared to have
plenty to find on the basis of his win at Ripon. As he
did that day, he responded generously to his rider's
urgings once he got an opening, and stayed on too well
for Sandmason. The second didn't really do anything
wrong ... he was just beaten by a better horse on the
day ... I bet the jumping fraternity would like to get
their hands on both of these!!!
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
MEDICEAN
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
21-08-01 York, 10Gd, 3/8,
8L, Sakhee [3/1]
07-07-01 Sandown, 10GF 1/8 ½L, Grandera [7/2]
19-06-01 Ascot, 8Gd 1/10, 1L, Swallow Flight [1½]
An unfit Medicean managed to take a muddling Group 1.
Everything went against him here yet he managed to
over Warningford in the final quarter ... I'm sure
he'll leave this form behind... Danceabout, my
selection was the other noteworthy runner, as she
clearly needed this, but travelled nicely until
fitness told.... I'm sure she'll be winning again
before too long
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ASHGAR
SAYYAD (USA)
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Newbury, 7GF,
3/172L, Flat Spin [6/1]
10-06-01 Ripon ,6GF 2/13, shd, Lone Chief [½F]
Ashgar Sayyad; our eachway selection here will not be
long winning, after staying on nicely in the final
furlong, without being knocked about... it was a
lovely introduction, and he will come on from the
experience
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
INDIAN
SILK
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
20-07-01 Chepstow10Gd
9/1010½L, Never Promise [7/1]
13-07-01 Chepstow8Gd 3/132L, Chalom [11/1]
29-06-01 Southwell7St 4/104¾L, Zozarharry [4/1]
15-06-01 San8Gd 9/153L, Faithful Warrior [9/1]
I wonder whether, with the benefit of hindsight, I
would have been so bullish about Indian Silk, however
I thought he deserves credit for winning this as Face
D Facts' swerve across the course in the final quarter
almost certainly impeded his forward progression... in
my view he's slightly better value for the final
winning distances
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
SEAGULL
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
25-06-01 Windsor, 11GF,
1/3, nk, Tramway [5/2]
Seagull sprung a surprise
in the last although at least I took some
encouragement from having short-listed him in preview.
As he has owner renowned for their exploits in the
jumping world, I'll be watching his progress in the
coming months, he's proven he can handle the
conditions anyway!!! .... I'd like to see some of
these run again before passing sentence on them
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
L'OPERA
(FR)
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
01-07-01 Stratford21GF
PU/1058+L, Dream Of Nurmi [6/1]
15-06-01 Newton Abbot, 21GS, 2/13, 8L, Alakdar [7/2]
This formerly useful hurdler ran an eye-catching race,
after a long absence. He travelled well until fitness
told. He would have been placed, but for an unlucky
fall two out. He looks to have a good future over the
larger obstacles
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
NAJJM
(USA)
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
Najjm continues to impress, and whilst he may be
difficult to place next year, he may find further
improvement during his summer siesta
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
MANX
MAGIC (USA)
[#Added - 20 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
11-06-01 Newton Abbot,
26Gd, 1/13, 16L, Lucky Clover [4/11F]
The performance of last night without doubt was that
of Manx Magic in the novice chase at Warwick... He
isn't very big, but he is clearly very athletic ... He
jumped his rivals silly here, and I'll be surprised if
he isn't saved for an autumn campaign. In that race
Inch Fountain ran with credit, despite finishing
40lengths behind the winner. He has done me several
good turns when he raced between the flags with the
Crows. He has followed many charges from that stable,
which have been bought to race at Roger Curtis's yard.
His jumping was sound, and he was one of a select few
that ever got into this race, as he stayed on to
finish a creditable third... There are plenty of races
during the summer for a horse of his ability
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
ELOI
II (FR)
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
02-06-01 Stratford, 24GF
PU/19, 75L, Game Gunner [14/1]
A fairly experienced chaser who mainly ran round
Enghien. He's nothing special but should be able to
find a hunter-chase or a few points next season.
(Entered in hunter-chase at Warwick later this week).
CHRISTOPHER ILES
FUTURE WINNERS NOTEBOOK
THORNHILL
[#Added - 24 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
(Third at Folkestone on May 4, on his British debut).
He hasn't won anything yet, but had run well behind
some good horses at Auteuil and Enghien, and would be
up to winning at this level certainly.
CHRISTOPHER ILES
FUTURE WINNERS NOTEBOOK
GAVROCHE
COLLONGES (FR)
[#Added - 24 May
2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
(Ran
down the field on the same card) had won at Enghien
and run in valuable handicap chases at Auteuil - is
capable of far better than he's shown so far over
here.
CHRISTOPHER ILES
FUTURE WINNERS NOTEBOOK
HYDERABAD
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
19-08-01 Bath, 11Gd 1/10
8L, Shara [4/7F]
09-08-01 Haydock, 10GS 2/6 hd, Houseparty [6/4]
21-06-01 Ascot1, 2GF 20/20 33L, Beekeeper [25/1]
02-06-01 Newmarket, 12GF ¾4L, Year Two Thousand
[100/30]
Runner up to well regarded stable companion Perfect
Sunday at Newmarket (17 April) over 12F really
catching the eye beforehand and then in the race
itself. Related to good staying types and may
ultimately prove best over further. Did not, however,
look short of pace at headquarters (prominent
throughout) and can win races at this trip.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
CURTAIN
TIME
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
22-05-01 Goodwood, 11GF
5/1161/4L, Asian Heights [6/1]
Won the 20-runner maiden at Newmarket (17 April) with
the minimum of fuss (from among others a better
regarded stable companion) and looks one to follow
until beaten. Henry Cecil's horses were generally
below par at the meeting so it augurs well for this
Derby entry that he was able to get of to a winning
start to his career. Did not seem short of pace over
the 10F trip at Newmarket but could well improve again
as he steps up in trip.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
WELCOME
FRIEND (USA)
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
24-08-01 Newmarket, 6GF
2/51¾L, Mugharreb [5/2F]
08-08-01 Yarmouth, 6GS 1/75L, Lincoln Dancer [4/1]
09-06-01 Haydock, 7GF 6/10 7L, Mount Abu [7/1]
29-05-01 Leicester, 7Fm 2/9 1¾L, Valentino[9/4]
Despite being short on experience, Welcome Friend
obliged with the minimum of fuss to win the 7F
handicap on day 2 of the Newmarket Craven meeting (18
April). Always prominent he won very comfortably from
a competitive field and looks to have plenty more in
the locker. He should be up to listed class judged on
this performance. A rise of just 7lbs in the handicap
does not look harsh. One to be on next time.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
NOTHING
DAUNTED
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
22-05-01 Goodwood, 8GF
20/20 30L, Brilliant Red [12/1] 9-12
12-05-01 Lingfield, 7Gd 9/18 6L, Border Subject [7/2F]
9-12
Nothing Daunted was returning from a long lay- off
through illness put in a splendid effort behind
Welcome Friend (see entry above). Finishing to good
effect after being outpaced 2F out this one might well
come into his own, if stepped up to a mile. He remains
well handicapped (raised just 2lbs for this effort) he
can land a major handicap or two of this mark.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
SOFT
BREEZE
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
23-08-01 York, 7Gd 9/17,
7L, Tough Speed [7/1]
12-08-01 Ascot, 8Gd 1/11, 4L, Martin's Sunset [4/1J]
31-07-01 Goodwood, 8GF 5/15, 4L, Kelburne [16/1]
10-07-01 Newmarket7GS 6/10, 3L, Velvet Glade [7/2C]
22-06-01 Ayr, 7GF 1/7, 6L, The Thief [1/6F]
23-05-01 Goodwood, 7GF 3/11, 2L, Reel Buddy [8/1]
Soft Breeze caught the eye when 4th of 28 behind the
impressive Victoria Cross (18 April) winning the race
on the opposite side of the track. 7F to 8F looks the
right trip for this one. Likely to come on for the run
significantly (suffered from injury last term) this
one looks a banker for a maiden next time.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ST
EXPEDIT
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
10-07-01 Newmarket12GS
7/9 29L, Mutamam [1½]
10-06-01 Cha12Gd 2/7 ¾L, Egyptband [64/10]
10-05-01 Chester13GF 1/510L, Pairumani Star [5/2J]
St Expedit has developed into a grand physical
specimen from 3 to 4. Carrying plenty of condition he
nevertheless ran a splendid race behind Lucido
(Newbury 20 April) eventually finishing a highly
creditable 4th despite pulling too hard for his own
good early on in the race. Providing this tendency can
be overcome, a highly successful season is anticipated
in Group events over 12F.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ALLEZ
MOUSSON
[#Added - 9 May 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
01-09-01 Chester,15Gd,
8/12, 25L, Manzoni [8/1]
18-08-01 Haydock, 16Hy, 2/8, 7L, Litzinsky [4/1]
23-07-01 Ayr, 13GS, 5/6, 9 ¾L, Maceo [6/1]
13-07-01 Chepstow, 16Gd, 1/6, ¾L, Buz Kiri
[20/1]
02-06-01 Newmarket, 12GF 4/434+L, Year Two Thousand
[33/1]
18-05-01 Ham12Gd 4/9, 9L, Order [9/2]
Allez Mousson put in a pleasing first effort on the
racetrack (May 2) in the maiden over 10F. Finishing in
eye-catching style, this one looks sure to know more
about the game next time, and despite the modest
nature of this contest he can land a maiden at least
in the short term. A step up in trip would also be
beneficial.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
CORNELIUS
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
08-08-01 Sandown, 9Gd,
4/5, 3L, Slickly [4/1]
18-07-01 Doncaster, 8Gd, 1/12, ½L, Goggles [3/1]
17-05-01 York, 10GF 5/17, 21/4L, Ferzao [5/1]
07-05-01 Kempton 8GS 5/20, 5½L, Nimello [7/1]
21-04-01 Newbury 8GS, 4/24, 4L, Mastermind [12/1]
Great effort when 4th in
the Newbury Spring Cup (21 April) behind Mastermind.
Looking all over the winner until well inside the
final furlong Cornelius simply got tired under the
welter burden of 9:13. On his preferred soft ground,
he will take some stopping next time out.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
SMART
PREDATOR
[#Added - Sunday 25 March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
27-08-01 Epsom, 5Gd
2/171L, Boleyn Castle [7/1]
04-08-01 Goodwood, 6Gd 9/30, 3L, Guinea Hunter [33/1]
13-07-01 York, 5Gd 10/16, 4L, American Cousin [8/1]
01-07-01 Doncaster, 5GF 1/13, hd, Ambitious [11/2]
22-06-01 Ascot, 6GF 25/30, 14½L, Nice One Clare
[33/1]
02-06-01 Musselburgh, 5GF 9/174L, Boanerges [11/2]
16-05-01 York, 5GF ½3¾L, Smokin Beau [12/1]
06-05-01 Hamilton 6Gd, 10/17, 10½L, Teyaar [10/1]
23-04-01 Pontefract 6Sft 5/18, 4L, Tom Tun [10/1]
Weakened noticeably in the final furlong on his
reappearance (6F Pontefract 23 April) but nonetheless
put in a brave effort in a decent event for the track.
Showing plenty of speed throughout he clearly retains
his ability. Best last term over the minimum trip
expect this one to soon get back to winning ways.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ABBAJABBA
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Ripon, 6Gd 3/23,
1L, Antonio Canova [12/1]
05-05-01 Newmarket 6Gd 9/29, 3¾L, Marsad [9/1]
23-04-01 Pontefract 6Sft, 2/18, ½L, Tom Tun [9/2]
07-04-01 Musselburgh 5Sft 2/17, ¼L, Regal Song [9/2]
Progressive sprinter last year who had clearly been
laid out for the Town Moor Handicap at Doncaster (23
March) judging by the market support he received.
Running well to be fifth he failed this time to land
the gamble but he should be watched closely in near to
hand engagements when we expect him to recoup losses.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
DIGITAL
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
02-08-01 Goodwood, 8Gd, 1½1,
9L, Riberac [20/1]
14-07-01 York, 6Gd, 1/23, nk, Tornado Prince [12/1]
27-06-01 Salisbury, 8GF 3/12, ½L, True Night [16/1]
08-06-01 Epsom, 8GF 11/11, 20L, Little Amin [20/1]
22-05-01 Goodwood, 8GF 16/20, 13L, Brilliant Red
[14/1]
05-05-01 Thirsk Sft 2/18, ½L, Court Express [4/1]
16-04-01 Kempton Park Sft 10/19, 15½L, [13/2]
Best performance of career in Doncaster Spring Mile
(2nd of 22- 23 March) when have all bar the winner
well beaten off. Raised just 2lbs by the official
handicapper for this effort he looks sure to be placed
to advantage off this mark.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
HIGHLAND
REEL
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
11-08-01 Ascot 8Gd 6/10
2L, Persiano [15/2]
02-08-01 Goodwood 8Gd 12/21 9L, Riberac [20/1]
12-07-01 Newmarket 7Gd 18/19 14L, Atavus [11/1]
08-06-01 Epsom 8GF 3/11 ½L, Little Amin [6/1]
22-05-01 Goodwood 8GF 10/20 9L, Brilliant Red [12/1]
07-05-01 Kempton Park 8GS 7/20 6L, Nimello [10/1]
16-04-01 Kempton Park Sft 10/19, 15½L, [13/2]
Runner up to Nimello in The Lincoln (24 March). One I
have had my eye on for sometime, this one looks to
have done well physically this year and the 4lbs rise
for his Lincoln effort is not harsh. Intended runner
in the Rosebury next time and not hard to visualise
him going close in that with normal improvement
expected for the run.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
JUDICIOUS
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
12-07-01 Newmarket 7Gd
14/19 10½L, Atavus [11/1]
14-06-01 Newbury 8GF 3/10 6¾L, Volontiers [7/4F]
04-06-01 Thirsk 7Fm 1/12 6L, Sloane [11/8F]
Never able to challenge in Spring Mile (23 March) but
was not given a hard time when it was clear he had no
chance of being involved in the finish. Showed clear
signs though of retaining his ability. I expect this
one to go well next time - 7F or an easy mile might
bring out the best in this one.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
MR
COMBUSTIBLE
[#Added - Sunday 25
March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
18-08-01 Newbury 13GF 1/5
2½L, Millenary [9/4]
01-07-01 Curragh 12Y 6/12 10½L, Galileo[20/1]
09-06-01 Epsom 12GF 4/12 5L, Galileo [20/1]
08-05-01 Chester 12GF 1/7 ¾L, Snowstorm [12/1]
Although still a maiden after three runs (mostly
recently runner up in a maiden at Doncaster behind
Prize Winner), do not let that put you of this one. A
banker for any maiden, his future lies in handicaps
for which he is now qualified. Well regarded by Barry
Hills (a Derby entry) this stoutly bred individual is
sure to pay his way when stepped up to 12F+ in the
coming months.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
ISARD
III (FR)
[#Added - Sunday 25 March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
07-04-01 Newbury16Sft
1/136L, Beauanarrow [5/2F]
I know Isard III had been
pleasing connections when being prepared for a
campaign between the flags. He may need a few
obstacles to be effective, but he hopefully may be
able to show enough potential before then
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
MASTERMIND
[#Added - Sunday 25 March 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
01-07-01 Curragh, 8Y 3/1
2, 1L, Bach [5/1]
20-06-01 Ascot, 8GF, 8/30, 7L, Surprise Encounter
[16/1]
16-05-01 York7 GF 8/13, 4L, Soviet Flash [11/2]
21-04-01 Newbury, 8GS 1/24 1¼L, Pulau Tioman[10/1]
First class effort in The Lincoln (24 March) under 9:6
in the most testing of conditions. Not raised by the
handicapper for that effort, this one looks one very
much one to follow this year (probably a Group horse)
but likely to continue to contest handicaps. His
division of Prince Alex and Nooshman last season shows
what he is capable of.
THE FLATMAN
FUTURE * WINNERS
BUMPER
HORSES TO WATCH OUT FOR OVER THE COMING WEEKS
[#Added - Tuesday, 20
February 2001]
After the demise of Ultimate Accolade, and Hedgehunter
this week, you can understand the reluctance to talk
up bumper horses.
The latest hype horse is Francois Doumen trained
Carthago, who I suspect is being hyped up in because
he is trained by Doumen, but also because it is
assumed that he is french bred ... actually he is a
four year old gelding by Roselier! I don't know what
to make of his pedigree, other than he has a
traditional (good) British jumping pedigree... not
though the sort that would excel in bumpers
However if Peter O'Sullevan is on him for the
Cheltenham Bumper, he clearly must be talented. Even
if the rumours are right about Carthago, these horses
hopefully are nice sorts in their own right, and have
been pleasing connections at home;
IMAGO II (FR),
a bay gelding by Chamberlin (FR) (Ferdy Murphy)
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
24-02-01 Hay16Sft 1/19Nk,
Strain The Rein [10/1]
CAMP NOU, a
bay gelding by Sadlers Wells (Jonjo O'Neill)
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
14-03-01 Huntingdon,
16Sft, 3/20, 2L, Trading Trouble [6/1]
CHAUVINIST,
a bay gelding by Roselier (Nicky Henderson)
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
24-02-01 Kempton Park16GS
½2, 1 ½L, Lord Lupin [8/1]
IXION
a bay mare by Warcraft (Willie Mullins)
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
12-05-01 Tramore, 16GF,
5/14, 11L, Atitandall [2/1J]
03-05-01 Tipperary, 16Hy, 3/20, 13L, Brave
Thought [5/1]
25-02-01 Naas, 16Y/Sft, 5/12, 22L, Native
Jack[10/1]
JERICHO III (FR),
a bay gelding by Lute Antique (Nicky Henderson), and
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
JUMPTY DUMPTY (FR),
a brown gelding by Chamberlin (FR) (Guilliame Macaire)
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
Hopefully they can get their heads in front before the
ground dries up
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
IRISHEYESARESMILIN
[#Added - Tuesday, 20 February 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
One of the fascinations of point to points is that
most races are run over the same trip, usually 3miles.
Sometimes this enables some fascinating clashes being
horses who subsequently do well either at the minimum
trip or staying events, the one race that stays in the
mind, was the irish point in which Ask Tom 'outstayed'
a rather immature Suny Bay.
A pointer who I expected great things of is
Irisheyesaresmilin, and whilst he didn't run too badly
last term, he never really suggested that he could
live up to being labelled Caroline Bailey's "best
young prospect" at the beginning of last season.
This season already hasn't gone off to a good start as
he fell when travelling well at Cottenham's first
meeting. He pulled up next time after being given a
confidence building school
It is interesting that Caroline Bailey intends to run
him in hunter chases, as evidently she takes the view
that they are opportunities for this horse to race
over 2-2½miles which may be his best trip ... If he
does he's good enough to win, and may just pay to
follow.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
LA
VASCO DE GAMA (FR) ...
A NICE YOUNG PROSPECT
[#Added - Tuesday, 20 February 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
Whilst this has been a fascinating year so far,
persistent lameness is currently keeping me away from
the racetrack. This frustrates me, however this of
course doesn't apply to the Cheltenham Festival where
Hell will need to freeze over, to prevent my arrival.
On that point it you see a large man crawling through
the gates, ... say "Hello Rook!!" and I'll
do my best to respond!!!
It also means that I have not been able to attend as
many points to points as I liked, where watching the
whole build up of each race at close hand has a
uniqueness/atmosphere that only a few rules courses
have
Cottenham is one of my local track, (I'm spoilt in
this respect), and it is a shame that I was unable to
make their most recent meeting, as the performance of
La Vasco De Gama brightened up an ordinary card.
It probably wasn't a fair fight, as La Vasco De Gama
went into the race with some useful place form behind
him when trained in France, and by winning a 2m4f
maiden he achieved nothing. However it was the manner
(apparently) by which he undertook the task that was
most impressive, the fact that he also easily pulled
30 lengths clear of his rivals, in a time 9 seconds
faster than the second division, suggests he is a
young horse of great potential
Bill Warner currently trains him, however Judy Wilson
has horses with Nicky Henderson, and I'd suggest that
this horses future might lay with him. I shall be
keeping a close eye on his for the remainder of the
season
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
DOUKASH
(FR)
[#Added - Tuesday, 13
February 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
14-03-01 Hun16Sft
5/1826L, Montalcino [7/1]
24-02-01 Uttoxeter16Sft 4/923L, Silk Trader [8/11F]
15-02-01 Tau17Hy 2/146L, Peerless Motion [10/11F]
As a fan on the french non thoroughbred, I can
understand why punters may be punch-drunk, with
constant references to there being another 'good
thing' from France, however you do get a few genuine
ones along the way. We have been spoilt with the
exploits of the likes of Jair Du Cochet, Bilboa and
most recently Royal Auclair in the juvenile division,
and have the highly touted Azertyuiop to come, however
Martin Pipe may well have another interesting one his
hands in the shape of Doukash. By Cadoudal, Doukash
has only had the two starts over obstacles in France;
He put up a good effort on his debut finishing 8
lengths behind Robin Des Champs (who would be rated
currently in the top ten juveniles in France over
hurdles), and Jet Des Pres in the Prix Rush Hurdle at
Auteuil in March, He then followed that effort by
chasing home Maillot Jaune in the Prix Chateauvert
(Hurdle) again, at Auteuil in May of last year (beaten
6 lengths). Although that doesn't appear as good an
effort Maillot Jaune is himself a useful sort over
both hurdles and fences
I've noticed he's been given a few entries for
Cheltenham, and whilst the weather may have scuppered
his efforts for qualification, that could turn out to
be a blessing in disguise, as he looks certain to win
races in the future, and may have benefited for being
given the time to mature/fill out
I think he's certain to make his mark in the future
anyway, and I'll be noting his progress with next
season in mind.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
DARK
SHELL ... IS
DEFINITELY A DARK HORSE TO WATCH OUT FOR
[#Added - Tuesday, 13 February 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
05-04-01 Aintree, 16Sft,
10/15, 79L, Ilico Ii [5/2F]
14-03-01 Huntingdon, 16Sft, 1/18, 12L,
Mardani [4/7F]
22-02-01 Wincanton, 16Gd, 2/17, 2½L, Swan
Knight [11/8F]
A timely reminder of the imminent arrival on the track
of one of our horses to follow Dark Shell. This son of
Darshaan developed into a useful performer two years
ago; when he followed an easy win the Listed Aston
Park Stakes at Newbury with a close third to Ungaro
and Sumitas in the Group 1 WGZ Bank-Deutschlandpreis
at Dusseldorf. Unfortunately, that was the last we saw
of him on the flat due to injury, however he has been
doing well since his arrival at Seven Barrows and
could be anything should he takes to hurdles.
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
UNION
MAN ... WATCH OUT FOR
HIM IN HUNTER CHASES
[#Added - Tuesday, 13 February 2001]
[RECORD SINCE BEING ADDED TO "FUTURE
WINNERS"]
23-02-01 Kempton,24Gd,
1/5, 1L, Chasing The Bride [13/8]
I wrote the following piece on Union Man in June of
last year, I've noticed entries for him in Hunter
chasers so hopefully you'll get an opportunity to see
why so many people were excited about him
"I, like many point-to-point fans have had the
pleasure of enjoying a very good season's sport. It
seems as though there are a decent crop of youngsters
who should come through the ranks over the coming
seasons. Of these the best in terms of proven ability
appears to be Union Man, and since he's just
annihilated another field today at Garthorpe, I'd
thought I'd take the opportunity to introduce him to a
wider audience because he is without doubt, a horse of
considerable potential. We have no hesitation of
agreeing with Pat Murphy when he said that at this
stage in his career he would be better than Castle
Mane. Their backgrounds at this time are similar.
Union Man is so far unbeaten, and whilst you could say
he hasn't been really tested, you wouldn't expect a
trainer to go to the well after four runs on the
track. He first signalled to me that he had potential
when winning a 27-runner affair at Garthorpe. He led
most of the way, and impressed with the manner in
which he accelerated away from that field. Plenty of
winners have come from those who finished behind him.
It was a very polished effort. His greatest assets
appear to be both his stamina and his pace.
Considering he's put in another decent time today, it
is boosted further by the fact he ran the second
circuit quicker than the first, despite being heavily
eased down after the last... more evidence that he
possesses pace, as well as an abundance of stamina. .
The beauty about him is that time is on his side.
They're no need to rush him. They could quite easily
keep him to point to points next term to educate him
further, (I'd think along the lines of something like
the John Corbett personally), and still have time to
launch a serious assault on the Cheltenham and Aintree
hunter chases. Owner Philip Newton, and trainer Bill
Warner have something to look forward to here. Pen him
down for your list of horses to follow next year, so
you don't forget the name in
T.H.E. R.O.O.K.
FUTURE * WINNERS
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