UK Horse Racing Tips: Nottingham

Although hooded for her debut, WINTER'S BLOOM could be a cut above these rivals. The daughter of Dubawi is a sister to the high-class Naval Crown, who won the Platinum Jubilee Stakes for these connections three years ago. It's possible that she'll want further in time, but the same could be said of fellow newcomers Birdcall and Cercis. Hello It's Me made a pleasing introduction at Chester but while she ought to improve, it is difficult to know what that form is worth.
Prediction : 1st Winters Bloom 2nd Birdcall 3rd Hello Its Me

PIQUE' was arguably in better form when on target in the corresponding event 12 months ago but she's only 1lb higher now and, perhaps crucially, ground conditions will be in her favour. Cecilia Star and the ex-French Rodoya merit close inspection, as does El Megeeth, but Brielle could prove best of the three-year-old contingent having won in fine style from 6lb lower at Ayr latest.
Prediction : 1st Pique 2nd Brielle 3rd Cecilia Star

Despite shaping with promise on his debut at Redcar a fortnight ago, there were early signs that 7f might be a little on the sharp side for HIGH STORM. With that in mind, it is no surprise that Karl Burke opts to go up in trip with the son of Nathaniel, who can progress to score at the second time of asking. Wise Prince and Glory Road could figure along with Hatteen, who wasn't disgraced at Sandown, despite finishing last of three.
Prediction : 1st High Storm 2nd Wise Prince 3rd Glory Road

Dunkeld Dreamer has progressed well in nurseries, going up 18lb since her first victory at Beverley in July. Her most recent effort may well have come too quickly when runner-up at Wolverhampton, but she might be vulnerable to a less-exposed rival in the shape of SEA THE POWER. Adrian Keatley's colt got off the mark at Ayr on his third start and appears likely to benefit from stepping up in trip. Stoneacre Donny (first) got the better of Sovereign Wealth (third) in the final strides at Thirsk but the latter has every chance of turning the tables, especially as he was probably in front too soon on that occasion.
Prediction : 1st Sea The Power 2nd Dunkeld Dreamer 3rd Sovereign Wealth

ULTRASOUL delivered the goods when presented with a simple task at Kempton at the start of last month and the son of Kingman is expected to have more to offer back in handicap company. Last year's hero Desperate Dan is 10lb higher, but arrives in winning form and will appreciate conditions. He has to enter the reckoning, while others for the shortlist include Saytarr and Good Heavens.
Prediction : 1st Ultrasoul 2nd Desperate Dan 3rd Saytarr

SEREN STAR was unable to land a blow when ridden patiently at York last time, having arrived in search of a hat-trick. The combination of a drop in trip along with a return to more positive tactics may see her in a much better light. Sheriff's Court's last run on turf saw him score at Carlisle in July and he is respected off just 3lb higher, while Sea Poetry is of interest stepping back up in distance.
Prediction : 1st Seren Star 2nd Sheriffs Court 3rd Sea Poetry

Stormy Monday continued on his upward trajectory when completing a double at Doncaster and another bold bid is forecast. However, a 5lb higher mark does require more and it could be worth chancing handicap debutant SUZETTE DEFOYE. The Crisfords' filly is entitled to build on her fifth-placed reappearance at Newmarket in August and an opening mark of 79 looks workable. Tipsy Tiger and King Al are feasible alternatives.
Prediction : 1st Suzette Defoye 2nd Stormy Monday 3rd Tipsy Tiger

Having filled the runner-up spot at Bath and Ffos Las last month, compensation could be on the cards for UP THE ANTI. The daughter of Holy Roman Emperor looks ready for a return to 6f and she edges the vote over Shark Two One. Jessica Macey's gelding has held his form well this campaign and another good account is forecast. Vault Of Heaven's mark continues to fall and he could make his presence felt too.
Prediction : 1st Up The Anti 2nd Shark Two One 3rd Vault Of Heaven