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Ripon · 16:10 · Monday, 31 August 2026 · 5f · Good · Class 5

🤖 AI race preview

The race is likely to see a steady early pace with the front-runners—Happier, Canaria Queen, and Thornaby Pearl—positioned to challenge from the outset, though the draw and recent form suggest a tight contest over the final furlong. Thornaby Pearl stands out as the most consistent performer on the track, having delivered a strong win at Windsor under similar conditions and showing resilience in tough going, with a solid RPR of 79 and a recent victory at Newmarket despite a lack of pace, making her a hard-to-oppose contender. The main dangers are Rock of England, who has shown ability to rally from midfield and has a strong record in good-to-firm conditions, and Our Absent Friends, who surged to victory at Catterick recently and has a sharp turn of foot despite a less favourable draw. Each-way value may lie in Canaria Queen, who has improved in recent runs and now carries headgear, while Glory Fighter, with a low TS and a long-distance record, remains a notable first-time headgear factor.

Written by our AI before the off from form, ratings and conditions — neutral analysis, not a betting recommendation. How we build verdicts.

🏁 Result

1Rock Of England (IRE) Oisin Murphy3.75
2Thornaby Pearl (GB) Oliver Carmichael10
3Our Absent Friends (IRE) Jason Hart6.00
4Happier (IRE) Harry Vigors7.50
5Canaria Queen (GB) Duran Fentiman6.50
6Marajito (GB) Oisin McSweeney17

Settled from official results.

AI top 3 (before the off)

🥇Happier
🥈Thornaby Pearl
🥉Marks Choice

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