Market Rasen 6:00 Result

Top-weight The Clonmel Kid carries the highest OR (98) but his recent form (-33674) shows a horse that's struggled to win, with a string of places and a 4th/7th of late. Mistral Milly, rated 93, has a solid profile with a recent win in her figures (94-6P5) and has been running consistently at this trip/class. She has course/trip experience and the mare is dropping into a winnable-looking Class 5 field. Kielan Woods is a capable jockey booking. Matoury (90) is interesting with a recent 1 in the form figures but has had a big layoff (68 days) and carries tongue tie which suggests underlying issues. Electric Eddy has been running without success recently and steps up ground/distance questions remain unproven at trip. Traveling Soldier has visor on and a mixed profile with a pulled-up in recent form. None of the second tier (Annie Don, Ramaah, Illico de Montave, Destination Unknown, You Did) look strong enough on assessed ability to threaten the principals - their marks are all sub-85 and form is moderate. Mistral Milly's rating, recent competitive placing, and being fresh (22 days) gives her the best combination of proven ability at trip and being spot-on for fitness. She looks the most reliable each-way/win option in a moderate H'cap Hurdle field lacking a standout, and represents the best blend of class and current form without being one of the shorter-priced, unreliable market leaders.