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Our first selection takes us to Nottingham, where Boundless Spirit (14:10) can return to winning ways. Boundless Spirit's last win, a five-furlong handicap at Hamilton in July, came off just a 1lb higher mark and, with his latest performance easily forgiven, he could go close in a race that promises to be run to suit his hold-up style.

Later on the same card, Sunley Pride (16:20) can get off the mark at the third time of asking in the mile maiden. Sunley Pride sets a good standard on his recent Newmarket second to the promising Godolphin colt Encke, a performance that was a significant improvement on his debut, and a repeat of that may well be enough today. There are a few interesting opponents lining up against him, but experience is often an advantage in this type of race and Sunley Pride can make the most of his.

Moving on to the final event at Lingfield, in which Goodwood Treasure (17:45) can record back-to-back course-and-distance successes. With that victory under her belt, it would be no surprise to see Goodwood Treasure continue up the handicap ladder and the 3 lb rise she received seems more than fair. John Dunlop's filly remains fairly unexposed on the all-weather, returning a third and a win from just two starts, and she can be expected to go very well again this evening.

Back Boundless Spirit @ 22.0 in the 14:10 at Nottingham
Back Sunley Pride @ 5.8 in the 16:20 at Nottingham
Back Goodwood Treasure @ 4.8 in the 17:45 at Lingfield

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