Thanks for your input mate- I guessed that there was no simple answer, but had to ask anyway to get your take. The 3 bits of data I can see from previous runs in the form guide that I thought might help were..

1. Average early speed
2. Inrunning position (a) settling (b) 800m (c) turn
3. Tempo of race e.g. Suited to front runners / back markers / no bias etc

Also - perhaps noted trainers who prefer to have their horses run off the pace (not sure how to tell or how feasible to find out!)

Cheers LG

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