1:45 Aintree – Boodles Juvenile Hurdle
We apply the Turf Talk ratings system to every race, combining historical trends with key performance indicators such as trainer and jockey form, recent performance, and suitability to conditions.
In races like this, trends are particularly strong and consistent. For example, 10 of the last 11 winners were rated 138+, 9 of the last 11 had at least two wins that season, and 8 of the last 11 finished in the top 3 last time out. These patterns form the foundation of the ratings and eliminator.
Key Trends
- 10/11 winners rated 138+
- 9/11 winners had 2+ wins that season
- 10/11 had multiple runs at this trip range
- 8/11 finished top 3 last time out
- 9/11 ran within 47 days
- 0/11 had previous Aintree experience
- 8/11 came from top 3 in betting
Eliminator – Top Profiles
| Horse | Trends Match | Positives | Negatives | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maestro Conti | 95% | Top rated, strong season form, elite trainer/jockey | — | ELITE |
| Minella Study | 93% | Strong form, high rating, consistent profile | Trainer form neutral | VERY STRONG |
| Selma De Vary | 92% | Top rating, strong yard, solid recent run | Going not proven | STRONG |
| Mange Tout | 91% | Strong distance record, good form | Trainer slightly cold | CONTENDER |
| Indian River | 89% | Good recent form, strong jockey | Trainer cold | SHORTLIST |
| Lord | 88% | Excellent course/distance profile | Trend negative (Aintree run) | SHORTLIST |
Turf Talk Ratings – Top 8
| Horse | Rating | Recent | Distance | Trainer | Jockey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maestro Conti | 229 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓✓ | ✓✓✓ |
| Minella Study | 223 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Selma De Vary | 221 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓✓ |
| Mange Tout | 216 | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Indian River | 213 | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ |
| Lord | 209 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ |
| Aqua Bleu | 205 | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Winston Junior | 201 | ✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ |
✓ = positive | ✓✓ = strong | ✓✓✓ = excellent | ✗ = negative
Turf Talk Selections
Maestro Conti sets the standard here, ticking almost every major trend and backed up by strong trainer and jockey form. This is a profile that has produced winners in this race consistently.
Minella Study looks the main danger, bringing strong recent form and a high rating into the race. Overall the profile is solid.
Selma De Vary completes the shortlist, representing a yard that excels in these races and bringing the right blend of class and consistency.
Verdict: Maestro Conti (7/2 available) to win, with Minella Study and Selma De Vary the main threats.
