Windsor 5:30 Result

Madman's form figures 692611 show a horse that has come right into form, winning last two starts including most recently, with a strong recent run just 16 days ago suggesting he's fit and progressive. David Egan takes the ride, a strong booking for a lightly raced 3yo still on a fair mark of 70 - he looks open to further improvement and the handicapper hasn't caught up. The consistent recent pattern (two wins in a row) against typically stronger opposition in this grade is the standout form angle in the race. Angel Gabriel is respected on best form (1-4834) for Ralph Beckett but has been running away from a win recently and steps up in company. Moving Force and Star Chorus both look to be similar sorts around the 80 mark but their recent efforts (972, 5660) are moderate and don't scream improvement. Crafty Blue has an interesting recent placed effort but was well beaten before that. Madman's trajectory and low weight (125lbs) suggest he is the most likely to franchise the step up in class, and with a big supporting jockey booking, he's the value angle in this competitive low-grade 6f handicap on soft ground.