| Trap | Dog | Trainer | Rated | Spd | Bnd | Suitability | Form | Comp | Pred | SP | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LR | 2LR | 3LR | 4LR | 5LR | 6LR | 7LR | 8LR | 9LR | 10LR | Trap | Track | Class | Dist | |||||||||||
| 1 | ▶ Clairkeith Lianab 4y 29 | C Gardiner — 22% R367 W79 P202 Trainer form — last 3 months | - | 49 | 55 | 52 (5) | 62 (4) | 74 (2) | 66 (3) | 69 (3) | 13 (6) | 75 (2) | 67 (2) | 75 (2) | 55 (5) | 58 | 53 | 32 | 53 | 61 | 59 | 2 | 8/11F | |
| 2 | ▶ Droopys Deluxd 2y 17 | C Gardiner — 22% R367 W79 P202 Trainer form — last 3 months | - | 52 | 49 | 80 (1) | 71 (2) | 35 (6) | 66 (2) | 70 (3) | 62 (2) | 80 (1) | 68 (2) | 72 (2) | 52 (5) | 52 | 53 | 15 | 50 | 67 | 62 | 1 | 4/1 | |
| 3 | ▶ Front Unod 4yN/R 42 | J T Kingsley — 14% R160 W22 P83 Trainer form — last 3 months | - | 49 | 49 | 58 (4) | 63 (4) | 51 (5) | 62 (3) | 61 (4) | 56 (4) | 56 (5) | 86 (1) | 52 (4) | 61 (5) | 47 | 49 | 51 | 37 | 60 | 55 | - | - | |
| 4 | ▶ Jesse Gee Jamesd 4y 26 | J J Heath — 21% R377 W81 P238 Trainer form — last 3 months | - | 48 | 49 | 53 (4) | 67 (2) | 44 (5) | 69 (2) | 67 (3) | 55 (4) | 89 (1) | 75 (3) | 79 (2) | 76 (2) | 40 | 48 | 28 | 37 | 69 | 59 | 4 | 5/2 | |
| 6 | ▶ Droopys Rosterd 4y 23 | R J Holloway — 20% R302 W61 P164 Trainer form — last 3 months | - | 54 | 45 | 55 (4) | 48 (5) | 84 (1) | 62 (4) | 74 (2) | 85 (1) | 65 (4) | 62 (3) | 79 (1) | 60 (3) | 48 | 61 | 24 | 40 | 64 | 59 | 3 | 7/1 | |
Droopys Delux emerges as the selection in T2 with a composite score of 62—the race's highest—and demonstrates rock-solid recent form with 3rd–2nd–1st finishes. The prediction algorithm places this runner in position 1, and the supporting metrics justify confidence. Performance rating of 67 leads the field, indicating superior racecraft and tactical awareness over the 500m distance. Speed is a respectable 52 with bend awareness at 49, sufficient for a dog who wins through application rather than raw athleticism. The all-rounder consistency indicator at 80 is the race's highest, demonstrating reliability across varying conditions. Class suitability is weak (15), but the recent A3 victory proves capability at current grading. Trainer C Gardiner's 28% strike rate aligns with successful management. The form sequence 70–63–80–68–72 shows quality with a clear recent uplift, and the 1st A3 Hove result is a tangible confidence marker.
Clairkeith Liana remains a genuine danger here. Recent victory confirms current fitness at A2 level, and the two consecutive thirds before that show sustained competitiveness. However, the moderate speed (49) and lower bend rating (55) on a bumpy track with tight first turn will work against her versus more nimble rivals. Form trend is positive but not decisively so.
Front Uno is unlikely to threaten. The consistently mid-grid form at A1 (all recent runs 3rd–5th), combined with poor distance suitability (37), suggests structural mismatch to this 500m A2. The modest speed (49) and bend rating (49) won't help on a bumpy track. Trainer form is weak. This represents a marginal threat.
Jesse Gee James is unlikely to win from T4 despite the trap advantage. The low speed (48), poor bend rating (49), and particularly the weak distance suitability (37) create structural barriers. Form at A1 (4th–5th–2nd) shows the dog operating at the ceiling of its current ability. While the performance rating (69) is respectable, the fader pattern and distance aversion combine to make this an unlikely winner despite trap advantage.
Droopys Roster has the best track profile here (61) and a closer approach that theoretically suits the bumpy, bend-heavy Hove 500m. However, the very poor class suitability (24)—most likely reflecting recent drop from OR to A4—is a significant limitation. The lowest bend rating (45) on a track known for bend collisions is also concerning. The recent A4 win suggests the dog is comfortable below A2 grade. Form trajectory and grade metrics place this runner outside the main contenders.
Very even trap distribution with only 3pp range across all positions. This 500m A2 condition at Hove shows T4 slight edge but no decisive bias. Multi-dimensional racing where class, form consistency and stride quality dominate over trap luck.
T1:21.20% T2:19.91% T3:19.32% T4:22.06% T5:20.93% T6:20.34%
Speed Progress · Adjusted times at 500m · Fastest at top
Pre-race stats that explain the top 3 finishers
Pace Profile
Avg early pace vs closing speed from last 5 runs
| Dog | Early | Close | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
1Clairkeith Liana | 56 | 10 | Fader |
2Droopys Delux | 50 | 53 | All-Rounder |
3Front Uno | 47 | 50 | All-Rounder |
4Jesse Gee James | 55 | 17 | Fader |
6Droopys Roster | 46 | 60 | Closer |
How consistent is each dog? Tight cluster = reliable, wide spread = volatile. Faster times on the left. Hover any dot for race details. Amber = troubled run.
Performance rating trend over last 10 races. Hover any dot for race details. Amber dots = troubled runs.
Trainer patterns, moves signals, and form streaks at this venue.