Windsor 17:45 Turf Talk Ratings
The 17:45 at Windsor is a competitive sprint handicap where the Turf Talk ratings have been built using official ratings, Racing Post Ratings, Topspeed figures, trainer form, jockey form, going records, sales price data and overall race profile.
These ratings are produced for guidance and highlight the horses who score best across the key data points.
Turf Talk Ratings
| Rank | Horse | Rating | Odds | Key Positives | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Toronada | 92 | 11/8 | Recent winner, strong trainer form and the most solid overall profile in the race. | TOP RATED |
| 2 | Alashos | 90 | 7/1 | Strong RPR/TS combination and one of the best all-round statistical profiles. | MAIN DANGER |
| 3 | Lahina Bay | 88 | 10/1 | Excellent going record and one of the strongest jockey strike rates in the field. | SHORTLIST |
| 4 | Blindfold Games | 87 | 12/1 | £120,000 purchase and an interesting value contender with a stronger profile than the market may suggest. | VALUE ANGLE |
| 5 | Mademoiselle Belle | 86 | 9/1 | Consistent performer with competitive ratings and a solid enough profile. | PLACE CHANCE |
| 6 | Just King High | 85 | 9/1 | Trainer form catches the eye and he could outperform market expectations. | INTERESTING |
| 7 | Beelzebub | 84 | 18/1 | £110,000 sales price boost and some positives in the profile. | OUTSIDER |
| 8 | Giant | 83 | 10/1 | Competitive ratings but lacks some of the stronger positives of those above. | NEEDS MORE |
| 9 | Gal | 77 | 10/1 | Needs to improve on the available figures. | WATCHING BRIEF |
| 10 | Giles Glory | 76 | 16/1 | Looks vulnerable on the ratings. | OPPOSE |
| 11 | Nordic Glory | 74 | 18/1 | Several negatives compared with the leading contenders. | OPPOSE |
The Turf Talk rating combines official ratings, RPR, Topspeed, trainer form, jockey form, going record, sales price data and race suitability.
Final Verdict
Cape Toronada comes out top on the Turf Talk ratings after arriving here as a recent winner and representing the strongest trainer form in the race. He looks the most solid option on the data.
Alashos rates as the main danger with a strong RPR and Topspeed combination, while Lahina Bay deserves respect thanks to her excellent record on the going and a strong jockey strike-rate angle.
At bigger odds, Blindfold Games is the most interesting value runner. The £120,000 sales price adds an extra layer of interest and his overall profile is stronger than his current price suggests.
Turf Talk Selections
1. Cape Toronada 11/8
2. Alashos 7/1
3. Lahina Bay 10/1
Value Angle: Blindfold Games 14/1
